様々

sāzā

various, diverse, many kinds

世界には様々な文化があります。

There are many different cultures in the world.

general

Having many different kinds or types; diverse or varied.

彼は様々な言語を話すことができる。

He can speak many different languages.

この店には様々な料理が並んでいる。

This store has a variety of dishes on display.

Often used to describe a wide range of things, people, or ideas.

Collocations

様々な意見various opinions様々な経験various experiences様々な選択肢various options

Synonyms

多様ないろいろな種々の

Antonyms

同じ一様な単一の

Related Phrases

様々な可能性phrase

various possibilities

様々な理由phrase

various reasons

Pro Tip

Usage Tip

様々 is often used to describe a wide range of things, people, or ideas. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

Gold Rule

Grammar Rule

様々 is an adjective and is used before a noun. It is often followed by a noun or a verb in the te-form.

Word Origin

Derived from the kanji 様 (sama, meaning 'appearance' or 'form') and 々 (a repetition mark indicating 'many'). Together, they convey the idea of many different forms or types.

Usage Notes

This word is often used to describe a broad range of things, people, or ideas. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

Word Breakdown

様

appearance, form

root

々

repetition, many

suffix

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