JLPT N2

よっぽど

Quite a lot; very; absolutely

Structure

よっぽど + Adjective/Verb/Phrase

How it works

This adverb is used to express a high degree of something, often implying the speaker's speculation or strong inference about a situation.

Examples

彼はよっぽど疲れているようだ。

He seems quite exhausted.

Common mistakes

Using it in situations where objective fact is presented; it's more suited for strong personal inference.

Tip

It's similar to 'really' or 'very', but often carries a nuance of 'it must be that...' based on observation.

More JLPT N2 grammar

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