Grammar - Grade 3 List View

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Grammar Point
particle
prt 
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だって(2)

even

too, as well, also

Noun + だって

だって is used to emphasize that a certain condition applies even to an extreme or unlikely case. It is often used in casual conversation to mean 'even', 'also', or 'no matter who/what/where'.

Standard Noun

When added to a standard noun, it highlights that the noun is included in the statement, often implying that it is an obvious or extreme example.

Even a child can do this.

I like cats too.

Question Word

When combined with question words, it indicates that the statement applies regardless of the specific person, thing, or place.

Anyone knows that.

Anything is fine.

It is delicious no matter where you go.

Note

だって is a colloquial version of the particles も or でさえ. In negative sentences, it functions to mean 'not even' or 'not any'. When used with question words like 誰 (who) or 何 (what), it creates an inclusive meaning like 'anyone' or 'anything'.

Words: 
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