JLPT N5 Beginner
くらい
Approximately, to the extent that, or at least.
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ぐらい A common alternative, often used interchangeably
1 Particle
Approximately" / "About
Follows quantity expressions to indicate an approximate amount, duration, or magnitude.
Example
A この かばん は いくら です か 。
B 2万 円 くらい です よ 。
[A:] How much is this bag? [B:] It's around 20,000 yen.
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2 Particle
To the extent that..." / "Enough to...
Highlights the degree of a situation by comparing it to an illustrative example or specific outcome.
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3 Particle
At least" / "Just
Emphasizes that the preceding noun or action represents the minimum requirement or lowest degree expected.
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