～ころ
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Suffix attached to time expressions to indicate approximation. For example, 『三時ころ』 (sanji koro, 'around 3 o'clock'). Grammar note: It follows time words and does not change form.
Theme
User and their coworker Mika plan to meet up after work to discuss a project, coordinating their schedules.
～ころ
～ころ
about, toward, approximately (time)
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Memory Hook
Think of 'around' a clock — 'koro' (ころ) sounds like 'clock roll' for approximate time. 'Clock roll' → ころ (koro, 'about').
Cultural Note
『ころ』 (koro) is commonly used in casual speech to give approximate times, such as 『三時ころ』 (sanji koro, 'around 3 o'clock'), reflecting a flexible attitude toward punctuality in some contexts.
Forms
Base: ～ころSuffix attached to time expressions to indicate approximation. For example, 『三時ころ』 (sanji koro, 'around 3 o'clock'). Grammar note: It follows time words and does not change form.