二人とも試験に合格して、とても嬉しそうだ。
Both of them passed the exam and look very happy.
Japanese
そうだ
そうだ
Meaning: I heard that; they say that
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Verb inflections
| Form | Affirmative | Negative |
|---|---|---|
| Present | そうだ | — |
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Example sentences
I heard that restaurant's food is delicious.
天気予報によると、明日は雨が降るそうだ。
According to the weather forecast, it will rain tomorrow.
あと数センチで手が届きそうだ。
I can almost reach it in a few more centimeters.
仕事の付き合いで、今夜は遅くなりそうだ。
I'll probably be late tonight because of a work-related social commitment.
彼は使い慣れた枕でないと、ぐっすり眠れないそうだ。
He says he can't sleep soundly unless it's the pillow he's used to.
明後日は雨が降るそうだ。
I hear it will rain the day after tomorrow.
その古い時計には、何か曰くがありそうだ。
That old clock seems to have some kind of history behind it.
週間天気予報によれば、明日は晴れるそうです。
According to the weekly weather forecast, it will be sunny tomorrow.
彼女は眩しそうに目を細めた。
She squinted her eyes as if it were dazzling.
Usage Notes
Indicates hearsay or information received from others. Attached to the dictionary form of verbs and adjectives.
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