何分 (Nanibun) is a Japanese noun meaning “some, any, (a) little, of some kind”.
Meanings
- noun, adjectival nounsome; any; (a) little; of some kind; of some sort
- adverbplease
- adverbanyway; anyhow; at any rate; after all
Examples
オーブンで何分？
How long should we leave it in the oven?
何分かかりますか？
How long is the ride?
バスは何分おきに出ていますか。
How often do the buses run?
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