Meaning and Usage
"進度" (しんど) means "progress" or "pace of progress," often used to describe how far along a task, project, or study is. It is a formal noun commonly used in business, education, and project management contexts.
Common Contexts
You will frequently see "進度" when discussing schedules, deadlines, or the speed at which something is advancing. For example, teachers might talk about the "授業の進度" (class progress), and managers might track "プロジェクトの進度" (project progress).
Collocations and Patterns
- 進度を報告する: to report progress; used in formal or work settings.
- 進度が速い／遅い: progress is fast/slow; describes the pace.
- 進度表: progress chart or schedule; a tool for managing tasks.
Nuances and Tips
"進度" focuses on the degree or rate of progress rather than the quality or outcome. It is more formal than words like "進み具合" (degree of progress) and is rarely used in casual conversation. Learners sometimes confuse "進度" with "進捗" (しんちょく), which also means progress but is more common in business contexts. Remember that "進度" emphasizes the schedule or pace aspect.
Use "進度" when you want to talk about how far along something is in a structured or official context.