なんか・なんて

なんか and なんて are casual particles/expressions used to downplay or soften what you’re talking about, or to show shyness, surprise, or disdain. Use them when you want to give an example vaguely (things like ~), or when you want to belittle or dismiss something in a light way. They often appear in spoken, informal contexts and can convey modesty, uncertainty, or skepticism. なんか is more about introducing a vague example or category, while なんて emphasizes surprise, disdain, or disbelief about what was said or referenced.