JLPT N3 Intermediate
とんでもない
unthinkable, outrageous, absolutely not, or a humble ‘not at all’
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Other forms
とんでもないです polite form
とんでもなく adverb form, "absurdly"
とんでもございません very formal/humble
1 I-adjective, Adverb
Outrageous" / "Absurd
Describes a situation, object, or action that deviates significantly from common sense, expectation, or reasonable limits.
Example
彼 は 会議 で とんでもない 提案 を した 。
He made an outrageous proposal at the meeting.
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2 Expression / Interjection
Not at all" / "Don't mention it
Functions as a humble expression to modestly deflect praise, gratitude, or apologies from others.
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3 Expression / Interjection
Absolutely not!" / "No way!
Serves as a vehement negation to reject a false premise, accusation, or misunderstanding.
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