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本当に
hontou ni
Description
「本当に」は、何かがうそではなくて正しいときや、気持ちをつよく伝えたいときに使います。
"本当に" is used when something is true and not a lie, or when you want to express your feelings strongly.
「本当にありがとう」のように、言葉をもっと強くする働きもあります。
"本当に" also works to strengthen words, as in "本当にありがとう" (Thank you very much).
Meanings
本当にhontou ni
really; truly; very (emphasizing)
今日は本当に暑いですね。
It's really hot today.
本当にhontou ni
genuinely; in fact; for real
その話は本当にあったことです。
That story really happened.
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Notes
- Form
本当に = 本当 (truth, reality) + adverbial particle に.
- Nuance
More emphatic and heartfelt than とても; often used to stress sincerity or surprise.
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