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〜じゃないか・〜ではないか: isn't it?; see?; why not

N3 · 12 Emphasis, limits & comparison

Expresses surprise, confirmation, or a mild suggestion.

Plain form + じゃないか (polite: ではありませんか). Falling tone: surprise or blame (いいじゃないか). Rising tone: asks for agreement. Also 〜ないか as an invitation: 行かないか. Casual contractions: じゃん, じゃない?

Examples

Oh, look, it's raining!

What's the harm? It's only a little.

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