noun, noun, used as a suffix
Used to talk about the degree or amount of something, often with an evaluative nuance. Common in phrases like ～の加減で (depending on the degree of ...).
火の加減を見てください。
Please check the heat (degree of the fire).
塩の加減がちょうど
The amount of salt is just right.
noun
(health) condition; state of health
Specifically refers to physical condition or how one feels health-wise. Often used with 体 (body) or お腹 (stomach).
今日は体の加減が悪い。
I'm not feeling well today (my physical condition is bad).
お腹の加減はいかがですか。
How is your stomach (condition)?
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
adjustment; moderation; regulation
The act of adjusting or moderating something. As a suru-verb, it means to adjust, regulate, or temper. Often implies finding a good balance.
エアコンの温度を加減する。
I adjust the air conditioner's temperature.
言葉を加減して話す。
I speak with moderation (choosing my words carefully).
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
addition and subtraction
The literal mathematical meaning of the kanji. Rarely used in daily conversation; mostly appears in technical or explanatory contexts.
加減乗除は算数の基本だ。
Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division are the basics of arithmetic.
noun, used as a suffix
slight sign of ...; a touch of ...
Attached to nouns or adjective stems to indicate a slight degree or hint of something. Often used for subtle conditions or feelings.
彼の顔には疲れの加減が見えた。
A slight sign of fatigue was visible on his face.
このスープは甘み加減が足りない。
This soup lacks a touch of sweetness.
noun, used as a suffix
just right for ...; suitable for ...
Attached to nouns to mean something is at a good degree or timing for that thing. Common in set phrases like 頃合い加減 (good timing) or 手加減 (adjusting one's strength).
この湯加減はちょうどいい。
This bath temperature is just right.
手加減を間違えると壊れる。
If you misjudge the amount of force (hand adjustment), it will break.