JLPT N3 Intermediate
その辺
Around there, or so, or regarding that matter.
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其の辺 less common kanji
1 Pronoun, Noun
"Around There" / "Near There"
Designates a general vicinity near the listener or a location previously mentioned in the conversation.
Example
A すみません 、 郵便局 は どこ です か 。
B ああ 、 その 辺 に あります よ 。
[A:] Excuse me, where is the post office? [B:] Oh, it's around there.
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2 Pronoun
"On That Topic" / "That Sort of Thing"
Refers to a particular degree, situation, or stopping point within an abstract context or discussion.
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3 Pronoun, Adverbial Noun
"Or Thereabouts" / "Or So"
Expresses a rough estimate regarding time, quantity, or degree without committing to precision.
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