Japanese

ようそう
Meaning: aspect; phase; appearance
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

様
相

Example sentences

The situation is taking on a complex aspect.
会場には美しい衣装を身にまとった女性たちが集まり、百花繚乱の様相を呈していた。
The venue was filled with women in beautiful costumes, presenting a scene of brilliance.
この交渉は、互いに一歩も譲らぬ輸攻墨守の様相を呈している。
This negotiation has become a fierce battle of wits, with neither side yielding an inch.
道徳が廃れた今の社会は、まさに澆季末世の様相を呈している。
Today's society, where morals have vanished, truly shows the appearance of a degenerated age.
この都市は軟紅塵中の様相を呈している
This city presents an atmosphere of bustling prosperity.
両軍の戦いは竜攘虎搏の様相を呈した
The battle between the two armies took on the aspect of a fierce clash between equals.

Usage Notes

Used to describe the outward appearance or state of a situation, especially when it is changing or showing a certain character.

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