無用

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JLPT:N1
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1

Useless; futile; having no practical use or effect.

Na-AdjectiveNoun

Examples

その方法は古くて無用だ。

That method is old and useless.

無用の長物を処分した。

I got rid of a useless piece of junk.

彼の言い訳は無用だった。

His excuse was futile/useless.

2

Unnecessary; needless; not required.

Na-AdjectiveNoun

Examples

ご心配無用です、もう手配しました。

No need to worry; I've already arranged it.

その書類は今のところ無用だ。

That document is unnecessary for now.

準備の手伝いは無用だと言われた。

I was told help with the preparations was unnecessary.

3

Not on business; unrelated; unauthorised — indicating no official role, relation, or authorization.

Na-AdjectiveNoun

Examples

この会議には君は無用だと判断された。

It was decided that you are not involved in this meeting (you have no business here).

社外の者は無用につき入室を遠慮してください。

People outside the company have no business here — please refrain from entering.

4

Prohibited; banned; forbidden (often seen on signs or notices).

Na-AdjectiveNoun

Examples

立ち入り無用の区域には入らないでください。

Please do not enter areas marked 'no entry' / 'entry prohibited'.

立て看板に『関係者以外無用』と書かれていた。

A sign read 'No admittance except authorized personnel'.

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