万一
まんいち
manichi
VocabularyLevel 37 - JLPT N3
Quick answer
万一 (まんいち (manichi)) means "(unlikely event of) emergency". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.
Meaning
(unlikely event of) emergency
Also : the worst(-case scenario) · 10000 to 1 · by some chance · if by any chance
Memory Aid
Meaning ·
The word 万一 (まんいち) means 'by some chance'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of by some chance.
Example Sentences
万一のために保険に入った。
まんいちのためにほけんにはいった。
I took out insurance just in case.
万一雨が降っても傘を持っていく。
まんいちあめがふってもかさをもっていく。
Even if it rains by some chance, I will bring an umbrella.
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