元来 (がんらい) Japanese meaning | KotomoraCommon wordJLPTN1Freq.FrequencyTop 50,000 Meanings
1
adverb
originally; by nature; essentially
Describes the inherent, original, or fundamental nature of something, often contrasting with a temporary or acquired state.
元
来
、
湿
地
帯
だっ
た
。
This area was originally a wetland.
2
adverb
in the first place; to begin with
Used to emphasize that something should have been obvious or was the case from the start; often carries a tone of mild criticism or explanation.
