やたら

矢 鱈

Common word

  1. adverb (fukushi), adverb taking the 'to' particle

    indiscriminately, blindly, at random, recklessly, thoughtlessly, excessively, profusely
    word usually written using kana alone

    • 上役にやたらにぺこぺこするな。
      Don't be subservient to your boss.
    • 彼女はやたらと靴を買う。
      She buys shoes indiscriminately.

  2. adjectival nouns or quasi-adjectives (keiyodoshi)

    indiscriminate, random, excessive
    word usually written using kana alone