(しよう)

しよう
noun
way, method; specifications
See also: 使用(しよう) (use, usage)
1. way, method, means
A way or method of doing something.
There's nothing we can do about it, so let's give up.
[Note: 仕様(しよう)がない is a common expression meaning 'can't be helped']
It's something that can't be helped.
If it's this broken, there's no way to fix it.
2. specifications
Detailed description of requirements, dimensions, or features (technical).
Please check the specifications of this product.
We'll proceed with development according to the specifications document.
It takes time to change the specifications.

仕様(しよう) has two main uses:

1. WAY/METHOD:

2. SPECIFICATIONS (technical):

NOTE: This is a homophone with 私用(しよう) (personal use) and 使用(しよう) (use).

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