VocabJLPT N3
this and that
AdverbPronoun

Also written as 彼是

Definitions

  1. 1. this and that
  2. 2. this or that
  3. 3. around
An expression meaning "this and that" or "various things," used when referring to multiple unspecified things or ideas. It conveys the nuance of dealing with or thinking about several different matters without listing them specifically.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

We'll work out the details on our end and get back to you.

Sentence 2

I searched all over by the front door and my keys are nowhere!

Sentence 3

I keep overthinking everything and I just can't sleep.

Sentence 4

It's not like anything will change no matter how much we say, right?

Sentence 5

Still, don't you think you've been saying a bit too much?