無意味な

muimi na
adjectiveIntermediate meaningless
general

Having no meaning or purpose; pointless.

無意味な議論を続けるのは時間の無駄だ。

Continuing this meaningless debate is a waste of time.

彼は無意味なことを言っている。

He is saying something meaningless.

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Often used to describe actions, statements, or situations that lack purpose or value.

Related Phrases

無意味にadverb
meaninglessly

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

This adjective is often used to criticize actions or statements that are seen as pointless or without value.

Gold Rule

Context Matters

While '無意味な' can be used in various contexts, it is often employed in negative or critical situations.

📖Word Origin

Composed of '無' (mu, meaning 'no' or 'without') and '意味' (imi, meaning 'meaning').

📝Usage Notes

This term is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to describe things that lack purpose or significance.

Word Breakdown

no, without
prefix
+
意味
meaning
root
+
adjectival suffix
suffix
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