様子
ようす
yousu
nounVocabularyLevel 39 - JLPT N3

Quick answer

様子 (ようす (yousu)) means "state (of affairs)". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

state (of affairs)

Also : state · aspect · situation · appearance · circumstances

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 様子 (ようす) means 'aspect'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of aspect.

Example Sentences

私は様子が好きです。

わたしはようすがすきです。

I like state (of affairs).

彼女の様子がおかしかった。

かのじょのようすがおかしかった。

Her behavior seemed strange.

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