N2
だんぜん (danzen)
断然
by far, absolutely, definitely, decidedly
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Emphasizes a clear and overwhelming difference or superiority, expressing a strong conviction. Often used with a comparative meaning. (他のものと比較して、圧倒的に優れている、または絶対にそうだという強い確信を表す。比較の文脈で使われることが多い。)
📝 Example Sentences
この店の商品は断然品質が良い。
The quality of the products at this store is by far the best.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "断然"!
彼はクラスの中で、_______一番足が速い。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 他の生徒と比較して「圧倒的に」速いことを強調しています。
English: This emphasizes that he is 'by far' the fastest compared to other students.
English: This emphasizes that he is 'by far' the fastest compared to other students.
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