JLPT N3 Intermediate
単なる
Mere, simple, or just
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Pre-noun adjectival (連体詞)
"Mere" / "Just" / "Simple"
Indicates that the modified noun is nothing more than what is stated, often implying insignificance or a lack of special qualities.
Example
これ は 単なる 噂 です 。 信じ ないで ください 。
This is just a rumor. Please don't believe it.
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