Meaning of 様子 in Japanese
Japanese word definition and usage
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様子, 容子JLPT 3
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Kana Readingようす
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Romajiyōsu
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Word Senses
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- Parts of speech
- noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
- Meaning
- state; state of affairs; situation; circumstances
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- Parts of speech
- Meaning
- appearance; look; aspect
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- Parts of speech
- Meaning
- sign; indication
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Example Sentences
様子, 容子, ようす used in context
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He walked on appearing to disregard the prostitute.
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いつもあかだらけで、食事も満足に与えられていない様子でした。
He was always filthy and looked like he wasn't given enough food.
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「ねこまっしぐら」というのは、飼い猫がエサに向かってまいしんする様子を表している。
The phrase "make a bee line for" expresses the look of how a bee heads straight for food with speed and energy.
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Judging from his appearance, he may be a soldier.
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You look tired. Shall I take the wheel?
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She looked worried about her school report.
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Kanji found in this word
child, sign of the rat, 11PM-1AM, first sign of Chinese zodiac
On: シ, ス, ツ
Kun: こ, -こ, ね
3 strokes
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