A phrase indicating that the current situation is not suitable or appropriate for a particular action or consideration.
An expression used to emphasize that someone is too engaged or absorbed in their current obligations to entertain a different idea.
A way of stating that a specific circumstance does not allow for any discussion or thought regarding an unrelated matter.
Example:
その祭りはつまらないどころではありませんでした。
A conversational phrase used to introduce a new topic or shift the focus of discussion, often to provide additional context or information.
An expression that signals a change in subject, typically used to connect two seemingly unrelated ideas or to provide a brief aside during a conversation.
A term that acts as a bridge in dialogue, allowing the speaker to transition smoothly to a different subject while maintaining the attention of the listener.
A phrase that serves to introduce a remark that is not directly related to the main topic but is still relevant to the broader context of the conversation.
Example:
「ところでよ、そのおめーのお父さんはどこにいんのさ？」「横転したトラックの下なんよ」