shape in Japanese
shape in Japanese is 形態, 形状, ようす — shape means the outline or form of something, defined by its outer edges or surface.
shape in Japanese
形態
Pronounced: keitai
形状
Pronounced: keijō
ようす
Pronounced: yōsu
The status or condition of something
様子
Pronounced: yōsu
The status or condition of something
形
Pronounced: katachi
A graphical representation of an object's form or its external boundary, outline, or external surface.
型
Pronounced: kata
A graphical representation of an object's form or its external boundary, outline, or external surface.
形式
Pronounced: keishiki
A graphical representation of an object's form or its external boundary, outline, or external surface.
形作る
Pronounced: katachizukuru
(transitive) To give something a shape and definition.
What does "shape" mean?
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noun The outline or form of something, defined by its outer edges or surface.
"The clouds formed the shape of a whale."
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noun The general condition or state of something, especially physical fitness.
"He started running to get back in shape."
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verb To give something a particular form, or to influence how it develops.
"Her childhood in the countryside shaped her love of nature."
shape in a sentence
- The clouds formed the shape of a whale.
- Cut the dough into star shapes before baking.
- He started running to get back in shape.
- The old car was in surprisingly good shape.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "shape" in Japanese?
"shape" in Japanese is 形態, 形状, ようす. shape means: The outline or form of something, defined by its outer edges or surface.
How do you pronounce 形態?
"shape" in Japanese is 形態, pronounced "keitai".
How do you use "shape" in a sentence?
Example: "The clouds formed the shape of a whale." In Japanese, "shape" is 形態, 形状, ようす.
Are there other ways to say "shape" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 8 translations listed for "shape": 形態, 形状, ようす, 様子, 形, 型.
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