大体
だいたい
generally; on the whole; mostly; almost
JLPT N4 Common word Intermediate Japanese L3, Intermediate Japanese L15
Meanings
Adverb
generally; on the whole; mostly; almost; nearly; approximately; roughly; aboutNo-adjective
general; roughNoun
outline; main points; gist; substance; essenceAdverb
in the first place; first and foremost; from the start; to begin with
Example sentences
大体正しい。
That is almost correct.
大体終わった?
Are you about done?
大体準備できた?
Are you about ready?
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Are you two about finished?
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I go to bed about ten.
More examples (10)
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I'm about ready.
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They are about the same age.
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My work is almost finished.
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Mainly, what he said is right.
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Where do you usually go to play?
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His opinion is generally correct.
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He is about your age.
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Japan, for the most part, is a lovely place to live in.
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She was a young girl about your age.
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This is about as large as that.