分量

ぶんりょう

amount, quantity

JLPT N2

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"分量" primarily refers to the amount or quantity of something, such as food portions or ingredients. It also carries a figurative meaning related to someone's importance or influence within a group or context.

Common Contexts

  • In cooking, "分量" is used to specify the precise amount of ingredients needed.
  • In social or professional settings, it can describe a person's weight or standing in a team or organization.

Collocations and Patterns

  • "分量": just the right amount, often used for food or materials.
  • "分量": figuratively means someone has significant influence or authority.
  • "调整分量": to adjust the quantity, common in recipes or work tasks.

Usage Tips

When using "分量" in a literal sense, it often relates to measurable quantities and can be paired with verbs like "调整" (adjust), "控制" (control), or "增加" (increase). In figurative use, it highlights the importance or respect a person commands, often in formal or semi-formal contexts. Avoid confusing "分量" with "" which is a near synonym but sometimes more colloquial for portion size.

Example Sentences

The portion size of this dish is just right; I feel satisfied after eating

He has a lot of weight in the team; everyone respects him.

Please adjust the quantity of ingredients according to the recipe to avoid