English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com
intj

nani

NA-nee
intj
1
A Japanese word for "what," widely known through anime and internet slang.
"She read the plot twist and just said "nani?!""

How to Use Nani

Learner’s notes
When to use it

Used in English mainly as internet slang, often for comic effect.

Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “nani” A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage

Fill the Gap

Can you complete this real example?

She read the plot twist and just said "_____?!"

Etymology

Borrowed from Japanese 何 (nani).

Rhymes for nani

See all rhymes for nani →
Definitions: FreeDict original editorial