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別にいい

betsuni ii
phrase★Intermediate— it's fine
informal

A casual way to say that something is acceptable or not a big deal, often used to dismiss minor concerns or disagreements.

A: 遅刻した。 B: 別にいいよ。

A: I was late. B: It's fine.

別にいいから、そのままで。

It's fine as it is, don't worry.

💡

This phrase is often used to downplay issues or show indifference in a friendly way.

Collocations

別にいいit's fine別にいいからit's fine, so

Synonyms

大丈夫問題ない気にしないで

Antonyms

大問題許せない気にする

Related Phrases

別にphrase
not particularly
いいphrase
good

💡Pro Tip

Tone Matters

While '別にいい' is casual and friendly, be mindful of tone to avoid sounding indifferent or dismissive.

⚡Gold Rule

Context is Key

Use this phrase when the issue is minor or unimportant to you.

📖Word Origin

Combination of '別に' (not particularly) and 'いい' (good), emphasizing a lack of concern.

📝Usage Notes

Common in casual conversation to reassure someone or dismiss minor issues. Can sometimes sound dismissive if used inappropriately.

Word Breakdown

別に
not particularly
adverb
+
いい
good
adjective
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