まちまち
まちまち
adjective (na)
varied, differing, diverse
1.
varied, differing, diverse, inconsistent
Describes a state where things differ from one another, with no uniformity. Used when individuals or items each have different characteristics.
意見はまちまちだった。
Opinions varied.
結果はまちまちで、一概には言えない。
The results varied, and you can't generalize.
店によって値段がまちまちなので、いくつか比べてから買った方がいい。
Prices differ from store to store, so it's better to compare a few before buying.
FORMS:
- Predicate: まちまちだ
- Attributive: まちまちの / まちまちな + noun
USAGE:
Used when multiple items or people each show different characteristics, amounts, or opinions. Often implies that there is no clear pattern or standard.
NUANCE:
Unlike 様々 (various), which has a positive or neutral nuance of rich variety, まちまち tends to emphasize inconsistency or lack of uniformity.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 意見がまちまち: opinions differ
- 反応がまちまち: reactions vary
- 品質がまちまち: quality is inconsistent