N3
いがいに (igai ni)
意外に
surprisingly, unexpectedly
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Used to express that something is different from what was expected. It often modifies a verb or an adjective. e.g., 「意外に難しい」(igai ni muzukashii - surprisingly difficult)
📝 Example Sentences
その映画は期待していなかったが、意外に面白かった。
I didn't expect much from that movie, but it was surprisingly interesting.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "意外に"!
この店の料理は_______美味しい。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 予想に反して美味しいという意味で「意外に」を使います。
English: 「意外に」(igai ni) is used when something is surprisingly good, contrary to expectations.
English: 「意外に」(igai ni) is used when something is surprisingly good, contrary to expectations.
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