N2
ふい (fui)
不意
unexpected, sudden, by surprise
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to an event or action that happens suddenly without warning or prior notice, often catching someone off guard. Commonly used in phrases like 「不意に」 (suddenly) or 「不意を突く」 (to catch by surprise). (予告なしに突然起こること。人の意表を突くような状況で使う。)
📝 Example Sentences
不意の雨に降られて、傘を持っていなかった。
I was caught in a sudden rain and didn't have an umbrella.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "不意"!
彼は、後ろから＿＿＿＿に私の肩を叩いた。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 何の予兆もなく、突然行動することを「不意に」と言います。
English: He 'suddenly' (不意に) tapped me on the shoulder from behind.
English: He 'suddenly' (不意に) tapped me on the shoulder from behind.
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