案外
あんがい
JLPT N5 · vocab_adverbMeaning
unexpectedly, surprisingly, contrary to expectations
Examples
案外簡単でした。
It was unexpectedly easy.
Related Kanji
📖 How to Use
「案外」is a verb meaning "unexpectedly, surprisingly, contrary to expectations." Practice conjugating it: polite form (〜ます), negative (〜ません), and te-form (〜て).
⚠️ Teacher's Note — Common Mistakes
A common mistake with 「案外」is mixing up plain form and polite form. On JLPT, both appear — know both.
🎯 JLPT N5 — How It's Tested
もんだい2 & もんだい3
Verbs like 「案外」appear in grammar questions where you need to choose the correct conjugated form.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does 「案外」mean in Japanese?+
「案外」means "unexpectedly, surprisingly, contrary to expectations". It is a JLPT N5 vocabulary word in the "vocab_adverb" category.
How do you read 「案外」?+
「案外」is read as「あんがい」.
Is 「案外」on the JLPT N5?+
Yes, 「案外」is an official JLPT N5 word. Mastering all N5 vocabulary (~800 words) is essential for passing.
Can you give an example sentence using 「案外」?+
案外簡単でした。 — It was unexpectedly easy.
Practice 「案外」 with spaced repetition