Word details
やや
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word やや.
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Entry
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Noun or verb acting prenominally
a little; partially; somewhat; slightly; semi-; -ish; on the ... side; a short time; a while
Examples
この学校は規律がやや緩やかだ。
Discipline is rather mild at this school.
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