VocabJLPT N4
considerably
NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verbの-Adjectiveな-AdjectiveAdverb

Definitions

  1. 1. corresponding to (in meaning, function, etc.)
  2. 2. being equivalent to
  3. 3. appropriate
  4. 4. to be proportionate to
This word means "considerably," "fairly," or "quite," and is used to indicate that something is to a significant degree. It can also be used as a na-adjective meaning "appropriate" or "suitable" in more formal contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

This problem is seriously difficult.

Sentence 2

He looks like he's pretty exhausted.

Sentence 3

"It's going to take a considerable amount of effort," the teacher said.

Sentence 4

Apparently that person is incredibly strong.

Sentence 5

"You're going to need serious resolve," he said.