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まさか
masaka
Description
「まさか」は、そんなことは起こらないだろう、信じられないという気持ちを表す言葉です。
"まさか" is a word expressing the feeling that such a thing probably won't happen or is unbelievable.
驚いたときや、思ってもいなかったことが起きたときによく使います。
It is often used when surprised or when something unexpected happens.
Meanings
まさかmasaka
no way; you can't be serious; surely not
まさか、彼が来るなんて。
I never thought he would come.
まさかmasaka
surely (not); by any chance (with negative)
まさか負けるとは思わなかった。
I never thought I would lose.
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Notes
- Nuance
Often pairs with a negative like 思わなかった or だろう to express disbelief that something could happen.
- Usage
Alone as an interjection, まさか expresses shock at surprising news.
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