無意味に

muimi ni
adverbIntermediate meaninglessly
informal

In a way that has no meaning, purpose, or value; pointlessly or senselessly.

無意味に時間を浪費するな。

Don't waste time meaninglessly.

その議論は無意味に長引いた。

The discussion dragged on pointlessly.

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Often used to criticize actions or situations that lack purpose or logic.

Collocations

無意味に怒るto get angry for no reason無意味に時間を使うto waste time pointlessly

Related Phrases

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

This phrase is often used to describe actions or situations that lack purpose or logic.

Gold Rule

Context Matters

Use this phrase when criticizing actions that seem pointless or without reason.

📖Word Origin

Combination of 無意味 (muimi, 'meaningless') and に (ni, adverbial particle).

📝Usage Notes

Common in casual and formal contexts to express frustration or criticism about actions that seem pointless.

Word Breakdown

無意味
meaningless
root
+
adverbial particle
suffix
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