N2
それなりに (sorenarini)
それなりに
in its own way, to some extent, reasonably, as best one can
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Suggests that something is 'decent enough' or 'to a certain degree,' implying it might not be perfect but is acceptable or satisfactory for what it is. Can also mean 'commensurate with.'
📝 Example Sentences
料理は専門ではないが、それなりに美味しい。
Cooking is not my specialty, but it's reasonably delicious.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "それなりに"!
初めての挑戦だったが、______楽しむことができた。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「完璧ではないが、ある程度は楽しめた」という意味で「それなりに」が適切です。
English: 'それなりに' is appropriate here, meaning 'it wasn't perfect, but I enjoyed it to some extent'.
English: 'それなりに' is appropriate here, meaning 'it wasn't perfect, but I enjoyed it to some extent'.
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