なんという
also: なんとゆう
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Meanings
1
how ...!; what a ...!
usually written using kana alone
Exclamatory phrase used to express surprise, admiration, or strong emotion about the degree or quality of something. Often followed by an adjective or noun.
What a beautiful view!
What a coincidence!
2
nothing special; nothing worth mentioning
usually written using kana alone
Used in negative constructions, especially 何ということもない, to indicate that something is unremarkable or not worth noting.
His story was nothing special.
3
of what name; what is it called
usually written using kana alone
Literal interrogative use asking for the name of something. Less common in modern speech; often replaced by 何という名前 or similar phrases.
What is this flower called?