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GrammarJLPT N4

-ish

Suffixい-Adjective

Definitions

1. -ish
2. -like

A suffix attached to nouns or adjective stems to mean "-ish" or "resembling," expressing that something has the feel or quality of something else. It often carries a slightly negative or dismissive nuance, suggesting something only appears to be that way. For example, it can be used to say someone acts childish or that water tastes watery.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

The sound of the wind felt like someone's voice — it gave me chills!

Sentence 2

My senpai murmured, "The sky looks so summery today."

Sentence 3

The sky today has this almost painting-like blue — it's amazing!

Sentence 4

"Look at me being all professional today" — kind of pleased with myself.

Sentence 5

Does this room smell a bit like a hospital to you?