JLPT N5 Beginner

全然

(Not) at all (with negatives); totally or completely (casual usage).

Readings

1 Adverb

(Not) at all

Emphasizes a complete lack of degree or existence when accompanied by a negative predicate.

Example

日本語が全然分かりません。

I don't understand Japanese at all.

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2 Adverb

Totally / Completely

Acts as a casual intensifier in affirmative sentences to indicate that a state is complete, extreme, or distinct.

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全然

ぜんぜん

(Not) at all (with negatives); totally or completely (casual usage).

Example

この言葉を覚えましょう。

Let's memorize this word.

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