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JLPT N2 Grammar

やら~やら

N2列挙

N2 · 列挙 · noun / verb辞书形 / i-adjectiveplain form + やら + noun / verb辞书形 + やら

Meaning

such things as; all kinds of

Structure

noun / verb辞书形 / i-adjectiveplain form + やら + noun / verb辞书形 + やら

Explanation

Lists multiple messy or troublesome items, showing there are many kinds and they are hard to organize.

Usage

Often carries a tone of busyness, confusion, or complaint.

Example

引っ越しの日は、荷物を運ぶやら手続きをするやらで一日中忙しかった。

On moving day I was busy all day, carrying boxes and handling procedures and all sorts of things.

Common Mistake

Do not use it for neat, complete formal lists; it emphasizes a mixed-up variety.

Memory Tip

Things come one after another in a messy bundle.

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