あまり
Meanings
- so much that (emphasizes excess leading to a result)
- to a great extent
- too … to … (negative consequence)
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Explanation
あまり is used to express excess. When paired with 〜に or 〜て, it shows that something is so X that it causes a result or reaction. It can also appear before a negative statement to mean “not very” in a negative context, but in this entry we focus on the “so much … that” sense. Typical contexts include describing emotions, conditions, or circumstances that are beyond what is ordinary and lead to a consequence.
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Example sentences
It was so beautiful that I was marveling.
The rain was so heavy that the game was canceled.
I was so busy that I had no time to eat lunch.
It's so expensive that I can't buy it.
The heat is so intense that I can't go outside.
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