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いくつも
ikutsumo
many, several, numerous
彼女はいくつも本を持っている
She has many books.
informal
Used to indicate a large or unspecified number of items, people, or instances. Often implies more than two but not an exact count.
彼はいくつも言語を話せる
He can speak many languages.
いくつも選択肢がある
There are several options.
Often used to emphasize quantity without specifying an exact number. Can be used in both formal and informal contexts, though it leans more casual.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Quantifier Flexibility
'いくつも' is flexible and can refer to a range of quantities, from a few to many. Context usually clarifies the intended meaning.
Gold Rule
Contextual Nuance
In some contexts, 'いくつも' can imply a slightly smaller quantity than 'たくさん,' but the difference is subtle and often context-dependent.
Word Origin
Derived from the combination of 'いくつ' (how many) and the adverbial suffix '-も' (also, too), forming an expression to denote an unspecified large quantity.
Usage Notes
While 'いくつも' can be used in formal contexts, it is more commonly found in casual speech. For more formal settings, '数多く' or '多数' might be preferred.
Word Breakdown
いくつ
how many
root-も
also, too (adverbial suffix)
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