English–Japanese

“not really” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajibetsuni

Example

別に気にしません。betsu ni ki ni shi ma se n

I don't really mind.

Illustration for 別に (not really)

How to say “not really” in Japanese

“Not really” in Japanese is 別に (betsuni).

別に (betsuni) shows that the speaker does not regard something as especially important, needed, or relevant.

Full entry for 別に: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 別に

別に欲しいものはありません。betsu ni ho shi i mo no wa a ri ma se n

There is nothing I really want.

Tips for using 別に

  • In casual conversation, 別に (betsuni) often appears with a negative expression such as 気にしません (ki ni shimasen) and can sound dismissive when spoken sharply.

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