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  4. 些細

些細

sasai
trivial, minor, insignificant

些細な問題は無視してください

Ignore the trivial problems


formalinformal

Something that is small, minor, or insignificant; not worth worrying about

些細なミスは誰にでもある

Everyone makes minor mistakes

些細なことで怒らないでください

Please don't get angry over trivial matters

Often used to downplay the importance of something

Collocations

些細な問題minor issue些細なミスminor mistake些細なことtrivial matter

Synonyms

取るに足らない些事小さなこと

Antonyms

重大重要大きな問題

Related Phrases

些細なことで怒るphrase
to get angry over trivial matters

Pro Tip

Polite usage

This word is often used to soften criticism or downplay issues in polite conversation.

Gold Rule

Context matters

While it can be used in formal settings, it's most common in everyday speech to reassure someone.

Word Origin

From 些 (slight, few) + 細 (fine, small)

Usage Notes

Often used to encourage people not to worry about small issues. Can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

Word Breakdown

些
few, slight
root
+
細
fine, small
root
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