【JLPT N3 Grammar】〜なんて / なんか（~nante / ~nanka）

2020年3月31日 2024年8月26日

Explanation：〜なんて / なんか

Meaning
Used to express disdain, disbelief, or to downplay the importance of something. They can also be used to give examples or make comparisons, often implying that the item or concept mentioned is not worth considering in a serious light.

Form
N + なんて / なんか

Points

Downplaying or Dismissing: Both expressions are used to minimize the importance or value of something, suggesting it is insignificant or not worth serious consideration.
Expressing Disdain: They can convey a sense of contempt or disbelief about the mentioned subject, showing that the speaker finds it trivial or unworthy.
Casual and Colloquial: These expressions are more commonly used in informal or casual speech rather than formal contexts.

JLPT Level
N3

Note
Used in spoken language.