Meaning and Usage
The expression "〜(まる)ごと" means "whole ~" or "all of ~" and is used to emphasize that something is taken or considered entirely without leaving anything out. It is often attached to nouns to indicate the entirety of that object or concept.
Common Contexts
You will frequently see "丸ごと" used in everyday conversation and writing when talking about eating something whole, copying or taking something entirely, or ignoring something completely. It conveys a sense of completeness or totality.
Collocations and Patterns
- 丸ごとコピーする: to copy something entirely
- 丸ごと食べる: to eat something whole
- 丸ごと無視する: to completely ignore
These collocations highlight the total involvement or treatment of the object.
Register and Nuance
"丸ごと" is neutral and can be used in both casual and formal contexts. It adds emphasis on the completeness of the action or state.
Common Mistake
Learners sometimes confuse "丸ごと" with "全部" (ぜんぶ), which also means "all" or "whole." While similar, "丸ごと" often implies the object is treated as a single whole unit, whereas "全部" can refer to all parts individually. Use "丸ごと" when emphasizing the intact entirety.