tanto
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈtæntoʊ/
KK: /tanto/
adverb
Definition
To a great extent or degree; very much.
Example
She loves him tanto that she would do anything for him.
Conversation
I can't believe how much I ate at dinner!
Yeah, it was tanto food on the table.
I really need to control my portions next time.
Same here! We both went a bit overboard.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
excessively
overly
unduly
Antonyms
insufficiently
barely
scarcely
noun
Definition
A type of small Japanese dagger or knife, often used in traditional martial arts and as a tool.
Example
The samurai carried a tanto as part of his traditional attire.
Conversation
Did you see the tanto they had at the antique shop?
Yeah, it looked really sharp and well-made!
I think it would be great for a collector's display.
Root Explanation
The word 'tanto' originates from Latin 'tantum', meaning 'so much' or 'so great'.
Memory Tip
Think of 'so much' to remember that 'tanto' refers to a significant amount or degree.
Visually Confused Words
tano
taunton
taintor
twant
trant
tonto
taunt
tatou