GrammarJLPT N5
it seems that ...
Auxiliary VerbCopula

Also written as 様だ

Definitions

  1. 1. it seems that ...
  2. 2. it appears that ...
  3. 3. is like ...
This expression is used to indicate that something appears to be a certain way or seems like something based on the speaker's observation or inference. It is softer than a direct statement and is often translated as "it seems like" or "it looks like."

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

Looks like it's my turn!

Sentence 2

It feels like something inside me has changed.

Sentence 3

Hey, you seem upset.

Sentence 4

It looks like the teacher isn't coming today.

Sentence 5

It seems there was a message from the teacher.