Adverb (fukushi)
by chance; by accident; accidentally; happen to (be, do); unexpectedly; casually
Usually written using kana alone
通りを歩いていたとき、私はたまたま旧友に出会った。Walking along the street, I happened to meet my old friend. occasionally; once in a while; now and then
Usually written using kana alonesee たまに
Also written 偶偶【たまたま】、偶【たまたま】、適【たまたま】