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じゃあ
jaa
Description
「じゃあ」は、話を次に進めたり、話を終わらせたりするときに使う言葉です。
"じゃあ" is a word used to move the conversation forward or to end it.
友だちとの会話でよく使われる、カジュアルな言い方です。
It is a casual expression often used in conversations with friends.
Meanings
じゃあjaa
well then; in that case (transition word)
じゃあ、始めましょう。
Well then, let's get started.
じゃあjaa
well then (used at parting); see you
じゃあ、また明日ね。
Well then, see you tomorrow.
じゃあjaa
then; if so (drawing a conclusion)
雨？じゃあ、行かない。
Rain? Then, I won't go.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
contraction of では (de wa), with じゃ being the shorter and じゃあ the lengthened form.
- Nuance
casual and conversational; では is more formal and common in writing or speeches.
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