Learning objectives
- Lesson goals: Learn ni otoranai for "not inferior to / comparable to" — emphasizing equal or superior quality.
- Form and connection: [Noun] に劣おとらない
- Nuance in real use: 劣る is the classic Japanese verb for "to be inferior" — に劣らない is the negation and transcendence of that inferiority. In Japanese advertising, it's often used to express confidence in not losing to competitors.
Form and connection
Core Explanation
Learn ni otoranai for "not inferior to / comparable to" — emphasizing equal or superior quality.
Cultural Note
Practical examples
Common pitfalls
Build the base form before adding the pattern
Complete the required conjugation first. Do not keep polite and plain endings at the same time.
Match politeness to the situation
The examples are reliable starting points; relationships and context can still change the most natural wording.
Practice and answers
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[Noun] に劣おとらないShow answer
This product's quality is not inferior to foreign products.Show answer
この店みせのラーメンは有名店ゆうめいてんに劣おとらない味あじだ。 ([Noun] に劣おとらない)Continue learning
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