VocabJLPT N5
figure
NounSuffix

Definitions

  1. 1. figure
  2. 2. form
  3. 3. appearance
  4. 4. state
This noun refers to a person's appearance, figure, or form, and can also mean the visible shape or state of something. It is often used in literary or expressive contexts to describe how someone looks or the way something presents itself.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Did you see that?" my friend said.

Sentence 2

Seeing that kid just lifts my spirits.

Sentence 3

My dad's figure got smaller as he headed home ahead of me.

Sentence 4

My brother's figure got smaller and smaller as he walked ahead.

Sentence 5

Why is there no sign of him?