ないし

This is the 3782nd most frequent Japanese word.

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ないし

"ないし" means "or" or "or else," indicating alternatives or a range.


In this sentence, 'ないし' is used to specify an alternative or a conditional choice, akin to 'or' or 'and/or'.

彼は弁護士の資格があります、ないし行政書士としても活動しています。

He has a qualification as a lawyer, or he also works as an administrative scrivener.


Here, 'ないし' indicates a choice or range of possibilities, demonstrating flexibility or alternatives depending on the situation.

締め切りは明日までないしもう少し延ばしてもいいです。

The deadline is until tomorrow, or it can be extended a little further.


In this example, 'ないし' connects two entities, providing an option between them and is used to offer a clarification or extension of options.

会議には部長ないし彼の代理の方が出席します。

The head of the department, or his proxy, will attend the meeting.