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remainder
Nounの-AdjectiveAdverbな-AdjectiveSuffix

Also written as 余り

Definitions

  1. 1. remainder
  2. 2. remnant
  3. 3. (not) very
  4. 4. too much
An adverb similar to あまり, meaning "not very" or "not much" when used with a negative verb, but in casual speech it can also mean "too much" in a positive sentence. It has a slightly softer, more colloquial tone than あまり.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

I'm not feeling great today.

Sentence 2

"Don't push yourself too hard," she said.

Sentence 3

This book wasn't that interesting.

Sentence 4

You really shouldn't overthink it.

Sentence 5

"Don't stay out too late," my mom said.