Meaning

Primary

Simply

Alternatives

Merely, Only

Word Type

adverb

Explanation

If you're moving towards () simple, you're saying simply, merely, or only.

Reading

たんに
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Pattern of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 単にある

    to simply be, to simply exist

    単に見る

    to simply look at

    単に安い

    simply inexpensive

Context Sentences

単にラッキーだっただけですよ。

It was just pure luck, that's all.

単にフラれただけですよ。

I just got dumped, plain and simple.

彼は単に勉強ができるだけでなく、スポーツや音楽にも才能があります。

He not only excels in academics but he also has talent in sports and music.

Kanji Composition