～ごろ
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Suffix attached to time expressions to indicate an approximate time. For example, 『三時ごろ』 (sanji goro, 'around 3 o'clock').
Theme
User and their roommate Yuta discuss dinner plans, trying to decide when to eat to accommodate both their schedules.
～ごろ
ごろ
about, toward, approximately (time)
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Memory Hook
Imagine a clock with hands pointing 'around' a time. The sound 'go-ro' reminds you of 'go around' — it's about that time! 'Go around' → ～ごろ (goro, 'about, toward, approximately [time]').
Cultural Note
In Japan, using 『～ごろ』 (goro) is common when making plans or giving approximate times to show flexibility and politeness, such as in 『三時ごろ』 (sanji goro, 'around 3 o'clock').
Forms
Base: ～ごろSuffix attached to time expressions to indicate an approximate time. For example, 『三時ごろ』 (sanji goro, 'around 3 o'clock').