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JLPT N4 Neutral

〜you da

Expresses appearance, similarity or inference; 'it seems', 'it looks like', 'it appears'.

Inference from one's own senses/observation - "it looks like/it seems (based on what I see)".

Formation

Explanation

The ～ようだ grammar point is used to express appearance, similarity or inference about a situation or action. It can be translated as 'it seems', 'it looks like', or 'it appears' in English. The formation differs depending on whether it is used with a verb, い-adjective, な-adjective, or noun.

Example sentences

  • He seems to be lacking energy.

    Kare wa genki ga nai you da.

  • This dish seems to be delicious.

    Kono ryouri wa oishii you da.

  • She seems like a famous person.

    Kanojo wa yuumeijin no you da.

  • This room looks like a library.

    Kono heya wa toshokan no you da.

Inference (It Seems / Probably)