No. 5,089 in Swedish
cirka
Approximately.
In a sentence
Jag har bott här i cirka tio år.
I have lived here for about ten years.
In this sentence, 'cirka' is used to indicate an approximate duration of time, emphasizing that the exact number of years may not be precise.
Det är cirka hundra meter till närmaste busshållplats.
It is about a hundred meters to the nearest bus stop.
Here, 'cirka' is used to approximate a physical distance, showing its function in providing an estimate in measurements.
Hon tjänar cirka 25,000 kronor i månaden.
She earns about 25,000 kronor per month.
This sentence demonstrates 'cirka' being utilized to express an estimated amount of monthly earnings, showcasing its usage in numerical estimations.
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