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Noun indicating degree, extent, or limit. Often used in comparisons or to express approximate amounts, e.g., 『これほど』 (kore hodo, 'to this extent').
Theme

User and their friend Yuki discuss how spicy to make curry for a dinner party.

ほど

degree, extent

Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts

Memory Hook

Imagine a measuring cup with a line showing the 'degree' of liquid. The word 『程』 (hodo, 'degree') sounds like 'hodo' — think 'how much' to remember it means extent or degree.

Cultural Note

In Japanese, 『程』 (hodo) is often used in expressions like 『ほどほどに』 (hodohodo ni, 'in moderation') to emphasize balance, reflecting cultural values of harmony and avoiding extremes.

Forms

Base: 程Noun indicating degree, extent, or limit. Often used in comparisons or to express approximate amounts, e.g., 『これほど』 (kore hodo, 'to this extent').