just about

• Locución adverbial que significa casi, aproximadamente o muy cerca de un punto o acción determinados; también puede indicar «apenas» o «por poco» en sentido de límite o margen estrecho.

An adverbial phrase meaning almost, nearly, or very close to a certain point or action; can also mean 'barely' or 'by a small margin'.

1. Almost or nearlyB1informal

   Used to indicate that something is very close to happening or being true, but not completely.

   casi, por poco

   • I'm just about finished with my homework.
   • The movie is just about to start.
   • We have just about enough money for the trip.

2. ApproximatelyB1informal

   Used to give an approximate number or amount.

   aproximadamente

   • It's just about 5 o'clock.
   • There were just about 50 people at the concert.
   • The journey takes just about two hours.