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AdverbNounの-Adjective

Also written as 凡そ

Definitions

  1. 1. about
  2. 2. roughly
  3. 3. generally
  4. 4. completely
This adverb means "approximately" or "roughly," used when giving an estimate rather than an exact number. It can also mean "in general" or "broadly speaking" when introducing a general point. It is similar in usage to "about" in English when referring to quantities or amounts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

He said "it's been about ten years," with a nostalgic look.

Sentence 2

When do you expect the plan to be finished, roughly?

Sentence 3

Honestly, I'd say my understanding is about sixty percent!

Sentence 4

It takes about fifteen minutes to walk to the station.

Sentence 5

Will the meal take about twenty minutes to finish?