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同じような
onajiyōna
similar
この映画は前に見た映画と同じような話だ。
This movie has a similar story to the one I saw before.
informal
Having a similar appearance, nature, or quality to something else; comparable.
このデザインは前のプロジェクトと同じようなものだ。
This design is similar to the one from the previous project.
彼は同じような服をよく着ている。
He often wears similar clothes.
Often used to describe things that are not exactly the same but share noticeable similarities.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Usage in Comparisons
Use '同じような' when you want to describe something as similar but not identical to another thing. It is often used in casual conversation to compare experiences, objects, or situations.
Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
While '同じような' is useful for casual comparisons, avoid using it in formal or technical contexts where more precise language is required.
Word Origin
Combination of '同じ' (same) and 'ような' (similar to, like), forming a phrase to describe similarity without exact equivalence.
Usage Notes
This phrase is commonly used in everyday conversation to compare things that are not identical but share noticeable similarities. It is more casual than '類似した' (similar) and is often used to describe things that are somewhat alike but not exactly the same.
Word Breakdown
同じ
same
rootような
similar to, like
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