無関係
mukankeiadjective★Intermediate💡 unrelated
formalinformal
Not connected or related to something; having no connection or involvement.
この問題は私たちの会社と無関係です
This issue is unrelated to our company.
彼の意見はこの議論と無関係だ
His opinion is unrelated to this discussion.
💡
Often used to emphasize that something is not involved or connected in any way.
💡Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Usage
While '無関係' is neutral, '関係ない' is more informal and commonly used in casual conversation.
📖Word Origin
Composed of '無' (mu, meaning 'none' or 'not') and '関係' (kankei, meaning 'relationship' or 'connection').
📝Usage Notes
Often used in formal contexts to clarify that there is no connection or involvement. Can also be used in informal contexts to dismiss something as irrelevant.
Word Breakdown
無
none, not
prefix関係
relationship, connection
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