No. 4,809 in Chinese
而已
"而已" means "that's all" or "nothing more."
In a sentence
这只是一场误会而已。
This is just a misunderstanding.
In this sentence, "而已" is used as an expression meaning "that's all" or "only," emphasizing the limited scope or significance of the misunderstanding.
我只是个普通人而已。
I am just an ordinary person.
Here, "而已" serves to downplay the speaker's status, indicating modesty and simplicity with a mild tone.
他不过是开了个玩笑而已。
He was merely joking.
In this instance, "而已" conveys that the action was insignificant or not to be taken seriously, offering a reassuring tone.
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