mere
例
His apology seemed a mere formality, lacking sincerity and depth.
彼の謝罪は、誠意と深みに欠ける単なる形式的なもののように見えた。
02
単なる, ただの
used to highlight that even the slightest suggestion or presence of something is enough to have a significant impact on a situation or a person's mood
例
She found solace in the mere sound of rain tapping against her window.
彼女は雨が窓を叩くただの音に安らぎを見出した。
03
単なる, ただの
used to highlight how insignificant, minor, or small something is
例
It 's a mere scratch.
それはただの小さな傷です。
