Studying is just self-satisfactory like playing if the knowledge you gain is not used for others. Does this sound natural?
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Studying is merely self-satisfaction, like playing, if the knowledge you gain is not used for others.
(I added commas! But I think "like playing" needs parenthetical emphasis here.)
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- English (UK)
- English (US)
A little unnatural
Studying is merely self-satisfaction, like playing, if the knowledge you gain is not used for others.
(I added commas! But I think "like playing" needs parenthetical emphasis here.)
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Thank you for your answer, Igirisujin! "Merely" sounds cool! I have seen it before, but never used it! I'll use it! :)
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No problem. : )
Merely is a good word to emphasise lower worth, or relative insignificance. It's a bit stronger than "just" in this sentence and it helps to reveal the sense sooner.
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Ah, right! I didn't think about the difference between just and merely. Your additional comment helps a lot too. Thank you again, Igirisujin!
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