N2
たかが (takaga)
たかが
merely; only; at best; at most
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Used to emphasize that something is not as important or significant as someone might think. Often followed by a negative or dismissive expression.
📝 Example Sentences
たかがゲームだと思って馬鹿にしてはいけない。
You shouldn't make light of it, thinking it's just a game.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "たかが"!
彼は_______学生だ、と大人たちは彼を軽んじた。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「たかが」は、その程度のものだ、と価値が低いことを示す表現です。
English: "Takaga" is an expression that indicates something is of little value, meaning "it's just that much."
English: "Takaga" is an expression that indicates something is of little value, meaning "it's just that much."
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