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JLPT N4 Grammar Point: 〜そうです

JLPT N4

This JLPT N4 grammar point explains how to use 〜そうです correctly, with formation rules and example sentences.

Pattern

Explanation

Indicates that something seems likely to happen or appear a certain way, based on what can be observed or inferred. Can also express the speaker’s judgment or prediction.

Usage

Used when describing what looks like it will occur, or when inferring qualities or states from visible clues.

Formation

Attach そうです to the stem of verbs (without ます) or to adjectives. For negatives, use 〜なさそうです. Some adjectives have exceptions (e.g., いい → よさそうです).

Examples

あの雲はもうすぐ雨を降らせそうです

あのくもはもうすぐあめをふらせそうです。

Those clouds look like they will bring rain soon.

このカレーはとても辛そうですね

このカレーはとてもからそうですね。

This curry looks very spicy.

彼は疲れているようですが、まだ元気そうです

かれはつかれているようですが、まだげんきそうです。

He seems tired, but still looks energetic.

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