N3
かげん (kagen)
加減
degree, extent; adjustment; condition; how (are you feeling)
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Can refer to the 'degree' of something (e.g., seasoning, temperature), an 'adjustment' (e.g., turn up/down), or one's 'physical condition' (体の加減). Often used with 'just right' (ちょうどいい加減).
📝 Example Sentences
このスープは味の加減がちょうどいいです。
The seasoning of this soup is just right.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "加減"!
風邪の_______はいかがですか。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 体の具合や病気の状態を聞くときに「加減」を使います。
English: 'Kagen' is used when asking about someone's physical condition or state of illness.
English: 'Kagen' is used when asking about someone's physical condition or state of illness.
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