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JLPT N2 Grammar

いきなり

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N2 · Other · いきなり + verb

suddenly; without warning

いきなり + verb

いきなり means something happens suddenly without warning or preparation.

It emphasizes abruptness more than 急に.

会議中に、彼はいきなり立ち上がって発言した。

During the meeting, he suddenly stood up and spoke.

Do not use it for changes with clear warning signs; it emphasizes no buildup.

No buildup, suddenly it happens.

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