万が一
まんがいち
(if) by some chance; by some possibility; in the unlikely event that; 10000 to 1
Common word
Meanings
Adverb
(if) by some chance; by some possibility; in the unlikely event that; 10000 to 1Noun
(unlikely event of) emergency; the worst(-case scenario)
Example sentences
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If you should change your mind, let me know.
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It is wise to save money for a rainy day.
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I looked around for a weapon just in case.
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If he should come here, I will let you know at once.
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If anything should ever happen to me, you can look here.
More examples (6)
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If I should fail, what would my parents say?
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Just in case, you should get auto insurance.
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Insurance is a good idea - just in case.
もし万が一彼女が日本に来るとすれば、ジェーンはとても喜ぶだろう。
If she should come to Japan, Jane would be very happy.
万が一、何かあったら、どうか子供たちの面倒をみてやってください。
In case something goes wrong, please take care of my children.
うちのチームが君のところのチームに負けるようなことが、万が一にもあれば、僕は首をやる。
I'll eat my hat if, by some chance, my team loses to yours.