姿
すがた
sugata
JLPT N19 strokesKanjiLevel 93 - JLPT N1
Quick answer
姿 is the kanji for "Form". The most common reading is すがた (sugata). Mnemonics and example sentences are listed below.
Meaning
Form
Also : Shape · Figure · Posture
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Readings
kunすがた/ sugataonし/ shi
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
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Stroke Order
9 strokes
Radicals
次女
Example Sentences
その演者の舞台での姿は、観客を魅了しました。
そのえんしゃのぶたいでのすがたは、かんきゃくをみりょくしました。
The performer's presence on stage captivated the audience.
窓から見える美しい姿は、とても素晴らしいです。
まどからみえるうつくしいすがたは、とてもすばらしいです。
The beautiful figure visible from the window is wonderful.
Vocabulary using 姿
Grammar to study at this level
- [Noun/Verb dictionary form] + に際して～に際して (ni saishite) - On the occasion of
- [Noun] + をもとに(して)～をもとに (wo moto ni) - Based on
- [Noun/Verb dictionary form] + にあたって～にあたって (ni atatte) - When doing; Upon
- [Verb/Adjective/Noun] + にしろ/にせよ～にしろ／にせよ (ni shiro/ni seyo) - Even if; Regardless of
- [Noun] + をめぐって～をめぐって (wo megutte) - Concerning; Over; Surrounding
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
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