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    Nani (en. Nani)

    /na ni/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    interjection
    Expression of surprise or disbelief.
    What? I can't believe this is true!
    Nani ? Je ne peux pas croire que cela soit vrai !
    Used in the context of animated dialogues or video games to mark a strong reaction.
    In this anime, the character screams 'What!' when he discovers a secret.
    Dans cet anime, le personnage crie 'Nani !' quand il découvre un secret.

    Etymology

    Of Japanese origin, used in animation media and video games.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    what is that
    What is this?
    nani sore
    what what
    What's new?
    nani nani
    what do you know
    What do you know?
    nani ga shitteru

    Related Words

    cute
    Cute in Japanese.
    kawaii
    amazing
    Incredible or impressive.
    sugoi
    fool
    Crazy or idiot.
    baka

    Slang Meanings

    Used to mark something absurd or incomprehensible.
    He said he was going to buy an elephant? What?
    Il a dit qu'il allait acheter un éléphant ? Nani ?
    Reaction to an unexpected situation.
    When she said she was leaving, I just responded: What?
    Quand elle a dit qu'elle partait, j'ai juste répondu : Nani ?