ちかごろ近頃chikagoroちか近chikaごろgoro
1.
A term referring to a time frame that encompasses the recent past leading up to the present, often used to describe trends or occurrences that have emerged in this period.
2.
An expression denoting a significant degree or intensity, often used in an archaic context to emphasize the extremity of a situation or feeling.
3.
A term reflecting a vague, non-specific recentness, implying events or situations that have occurred not long ago, relating to contemporary experiences.
Example:
近頃は旅行は楽だ。