平凡
heibon
ordinary
彼は平凡な生活を送っている。
He leads an ordinary life.
general
Ordinary, common, or unremarkable; lacking in excitement or distinction.
平凡な日々を過ごす
To spend ordinary days
平凡な仕事
An ordinary job
Often used to describe something that is average or unexceptional.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Positive vs. Negative Connotation
While '平凡' can describe something as ordinary, it can also imply contentment with simplicity.
Gold Rule
Usage in Context
Use '平凡' to describe things that are neither exceptional nor particularly bad, just average.
Word Origin
Composed of '平' (flat, level) and '凡' (ordinary, common).
Usage Notes
Can be used both positively (as in 'simple and content') or negatively (as in 'boring and uninspired').
Word Breakdown
平
flat, level
root凡
ordinary, common
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