見掛け
みかけ
mikake
nounVocabularyLevel 71 - JLPT N2

Quick answer

見掛け (みかけ (mikake)) means "looks". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.

Meaning

looks

Also : outward appearance · superficial impression

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 見掛け (みかけ) means 'outward appearance'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of outward appearance.

Example Sentences

見掛けはいいが、実際は違う。

みかけはいいが、じっさいはちがう。

The appearance is nice, but the reality is different.

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