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何(なん)と

なんとnanto

Very commonAdverb

Meanings

Meanings are shown in English (JMdict).

  1. adverb

    what; how

  2. what (a) ...!; how ...!

    usually written using kana alone

    Note: indicates surprise, admiration, etc.

  3. surprisingly; to my amazement; believe it or not; why, ...!

    usually written using kana alone

  4. interjection

    oh my; wow

    usually written using kana alone

  5. well, ...; so, ...

    usually written using kana alone

    Note: used when asking for confirmation or approval

    なんと、君(きみ)も行(い)くのか。

    • So, you're going too?

    Words:何(なん)と君(きみ)行(い)く

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