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    ちなみに言うと (incidentally speaking)

    Grammar & Usage

    fixed expression
    neutral

    How it works

    This phrase is used to introduce additional information or a side note that is somewhat related but not central to the main topic of conversation. It literally translates to "if I say incidentally" or "speaking incidentally," serving as a discourse marker to shift slightly or add context.

    Sample sentences

    この映画、本当に面白かったよ。ちなみに言うと、続編も出るらしい。

    This movie was really interesting. Incidentally speaking, it seems a sequel is coming out too.

    明日の会議は午前10時からです。ちなみに言うと、資料は事前にメールで送っています。

    Tomorrow's meeting starts at 10 AM. By the way, I've sent the materials by email in advance.

    昨日、新しいカフェに行ったんだ。ちなみに言うと、そこのコーヒーは絶品だったよ。

    I went to a new cafe yesterday. On a side note, the coffee there was exquisite.

    Quick facts

    usage_note:Often shortened to just 'ちなみに (chinami ni)' in casual speech. The '-to' at the end implies a conditional 'if' or 'when I say/tell you'.

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    Example

    この映画、本当に面白かったよ。ちなみに言うと、続編も出るらしい。

    This movie was really interesting. Incidentally speaking, it seems a sequel is coming out too.

    明日の会議は午前10時からです。ちなみに言うと、資料は事前にメールで送っています。

    Tomorrow's meeting starts at 10 AM. By the way, I've sent the materials by email in advance.

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