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JLPT N3 Intermediate

何とも

Not at all or nothing when negative, otherwise indescribably or beyond words.

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1 Adverb

Not at all" / "Nothing

Used in negative constructions to emphasize that something is of no consequence or that no specific impression exists.

Example

彼 は 失礼 な こと を 言わ れた が 、 何 と も 思っ て い ない よう だっ た 。

He was told something rude, but he didn't seem to think anything of it.

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2 Adverb

Indescribably" / "Beyond words

Functions as an intensifier for qualities or feelings that are profound, distinct, yet difficult to articulate.

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何とも
なんとも
Not at all or nothing when negative, otherwise indescribably or beyond words.
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