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なお
nao
Description
「なお」は、前に言ったことに何かを付け加えるときによく使う言葉です。
"なお" is a word often used to add something to what was said before.
手紙やお知らせなど、少しかたい文章でよく見ます。
You often see "なお" in somewhat formal writing like letters or notices.
Meanings
なおnao
in addition; furthermore; by the way
なお、詳しくは受付でお聞きください。
For more details, please ask at the reception.
なおnao
still; even now
今もなお彼を待っています。
I am still waiting for him even now.
なおnao
even more; still more
薬を飲んだが、なお痛い。
I took the medicine, but it still hurts.
Related words
Notes
- Nuance
As a conjunction, なお is formal and typical of written notices, letters, and announcements.
- Nuance
As an adverb it means 'still' or 'even more', often paired with 今もなお or なおさら.
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