そんなに

• Reading: そんなに
• Romaji: sonnani
• Pronunciation: /soɴ.na.ni/

Meaning

So much; to such a degree; like that. Refers to a degree associated with something previously mentioned.

An adverb derived from そんな (such/that kind of) plus the particle に. Used to refer back to a degree or extent already established in the conversation. Frequently appears with negative predicates: そんなに心配しないで (do not worry that much). In affirmative sentences, expresses surprise at a high degree.

Examples

1. そんなに食べたらお腹が痛くなりますよ。 If you eat that much, you're going to get a stomachache.
2. そんなに心配しなくても大丈夫ですよ。 You don't need to worry so much — it'll be fine.
3. あの映画はそんなに怖くなかったです。 That movie wasn't all that scary.

Usage Guide

Context: reassurance, reactions, daily life

Tone: conversational

Origin & History

Formed from the demonstrative そんな (sonna, that kind of) plus に (ni, adverbial particle). そんな itself derives from そう (so) + な (attributive), creating the meaning 'to that kind of degree.'

Cultural Context

Era: Early Modern

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal