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様子
youshiro
condition, situation, state
部屋の様子を見てください
Please check the condition of the room
general
The condition, state, or appearance of something or someone
彼は元気な様子だ
He looks energetic
この町の様子は変わった
This town has changed
Often used to describe how something appears or is progressing
general
Manner or behavior (especially of a person)
彼女は優しい様子で話した
She spoke in a kind manner
Can describe how someone acts or presents themselves
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Common Usage
様子 is often used with verbs like 見る (to see) or 聞く (to hear) to describe checking or observing the condition of something.
Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
While 状態 is more formal, 様子 is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts.
Word Origin
From Middle Chinese '樣子' (yàngzi), meaning 'appearance' or 'form'
Usage Notes
Can be used with verbs like 見る (to see), 聞く (to hear), or 変わる (to change) to describe changes in condition or appearance. Often used in both formal and informal contexts.
Word Breakdown
様
appearance, manner
root子
child, small thing (used to form nouns)
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