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GrammarJLPT N3

so to speak

Adverb

Also written as 言わば

Definitions

1. so to speak
2. so to call it

This adverb is used to introduce a comparison or rephrasing, similar to "so to speak" or "in other words" in English. It signals that the speaker is offering a metaphor or simplified way of explaining something.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

That sinking feeling is, so to speak, just bad weather in your mind.

Sentence 2

Setting goals is, so to speak, making a reservation for your future.

Sentence 3

Her smile is, so to speak, a switch that changes the whole mood in the room.

Sentence 4

"That's, so to speak, just wordplay," he said.

Sentence 5

"These numbers are, so to speak, our report card," my boss said.