ほぼ
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Base adverb form. Used to express approximation or near-completion, e.g., 『ほぼ同じ』 (hobo onaji, 'almost the same').
Theme
In a study group, User and their classmate Ken are discussing progress on a group project.
ほぼ
ほぼ
almost, roughly
Core Language Building BlocksAdverbs & Connectors
Memory Hook
Think of 'hobo' as a 'hobo' who almost has everything — 『ほぼ』 (hobo, 'almost') complete! 'Hobo' → ほぼ (hobo, 'almost').
Cultural Note
『ほぼ』 (hobo) is frequently used in everyday conversation and media to indicate approximations, such as in weather forecasts or progress reports, e.g., 『ほぼ完成です』 (hobo kansei desu, 'it's almost finished').
Forms
Base: ほぼBase adverb form. Used to express approximation or near-completion, e.g., 『ほぼ同じ』 (hobo onaji, 'almost the same').