そう
Meanings
Adjective (な)
Auxiliary
1. appearing that; seeming that; looking like; having the appearance of
after -masu stem or adj. stem
He stopped and turned around with a puzzled look on his face.
Pitch accent
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Examples (82 in total)
She seemed happy.
Does this look strange?
It seemed easy.
They all looked happy.
The children looked bored.
Linda looked dissatisfied.
Taking care of children seems tough.
I'm glad to see you looking well.
He appeared honest.
That sounds like a fairly good proposal.
That's quite a troublesome-looking city.
It didn't seem like they were close.
It didn't look at all okay.
There was a happy twinkle in her eyes.
Getting into it looks like a hassle, so I'll pass.
It looks like a hassle, so I'll pass.
High-temperature steam also seems dangerous.
Tom seemed to like that.
Emi looks happy.
Do I look rich?
At first glance, they're a happy family.
His work done, he appeared to be satisfied.
She looked around in wonder.
You always look grumpy.
Glad to see you're doing well, sir.
Everyone in the room looked bored.
They're looking at me worriedly as they play.
There is no particularly serious-sounding tone.
The deputy commander said cautiously.
Their expression became even more sullen.
She appears to me to be cruel.
You look as healthy as ever.
But Grandpa was smiling with narrowed eyes, looking somehow content.
Another reporter asks a question with a look of wonder.
He looks very worried.
The other ministers also look conflicted.
The female secretary says with satisfaction.
This is a place that seems to have abundant materials.
He is quite a cheerful-looking man.
At first, he sounded very sincere.
He appears to be strong and healthy.
I'm looking for a good computer.
If it seems promising, I might ask you to do it.
He says it without much interest.
This person also does not look wealthy at all.
It looks like we need to brace ourselves once again.
It seemed to have relatively good visibility.
He even shook his head with a look of regret.
Jane looks very happy.
Everybody in the picture is smiling happily.
"I made it myself," he said proudly.
The children were all well and looked happy.
The girl looks down into the smoke with a worried expression.
His right hand seemed to be in pain, and he appeared to be having difficulty using it.
Just as he'd said, he really did look satisfied.
But it seems I won't be late for the designated time, so I feel relieved.
Yes, they seem to be sleeping soundly and comfortably.
I'll ask someone who knows more than me.
This kid looks like they like running, though.
The two young girls smiled happily.
He placed his hand on his chin and tilted his head with a puzzled look.
Compared to those around him, he looked really happy.
She seems energetic since she's doing things like idol activities, so she's probably fine.
The vegetables at that store didn't look very fresh.
There is nothing particularly unusual, and seeing that they seem energetic is reassuring.
He was simply looking back at her with a puzzled expression.
It seems there's no need to prepare for the farewell party!
Calming down someone who's confused seems hard, and I don't know how to do it.
There seem to be plenty of desserts, but I wonder what the main course is.
Those words, let slip with an air of surprise, were somewhat striking.
He appears brave, but it's just an act.
Mary looks unfriendly, but she is really very kind at heart.
Though they still looked dissatisfied, the two seemed to accept it, more or less.
I can't help but laugh when I see him with such an incredibly puzzled look on his face.
A voice accompanied by a somewhat regretful tone echoed in the room.
Just when I thought he would make a disappointed face, he said that with a smile.
In contrast to that, there was a man watching the work with great concern.
Judging by that happy sleeping face, it seems to be a pleasant dream.
Grandmother looks very comfortable in that chair beside the fire.
She was eating with a happy look, as if to say there was no need to ask.
He wiped the sweat on my face with a handkerchief, looking worried.
Next, he picks up a two-kilogram bag and puts it back, looking disappointed.