JLPT N3

～は～くらいです

is about/approximately; is to the extent of

Structure

Noun A は Noun B くらいです

How it works

This structure is used to express that something (Noun A) is approximately the same degree, size, or level as something else (Noun B). It's a way to give a relatable approximation.

Examples

この猫は私の腕くらいの大きさです。

This cat is about the size of my arm.

Common mistakes

Forgetting to include the 'は' or using it only for numbers without an explicit comparison.

Tip

Connect 'くらい' to 'comparison' and 'approximation' – 'it's like/about this much'.

More JLPT N3 grammar

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