見栄(みば)え

みばえ
noun
appearance; visual appeal
appearance
1. appearance; visual appeal; how something looks
The visual impression something makes; how attractive or impressive something appears when viewed.
見栄(みば)えのする料理(りょうり)を作(つく)る。
To make a visually appealing dish.
見栄(みば)えが良(よ)いほうが売(う)れやすい。
Things that look better sell more easily.
見栄(みば)えより味(あじ)を重視(じゅうし)したい。
I want to prioritize taste over appearance.

見栄(みば)え focuses on visual impression.

Common expressions

Usage

  • Often used for food, presentations, displays
  • Emphasizes the visual aspect specifically

Related words

Related Words

Related: 出来栄(できば)え (quality of work)
Related: 見(み)た目(め) (appearance, looks)
Related: 体裁(ていさい) (form, appearance, decorum)
Related: 外見(がいけん) (outward appearance)
Compare: 映(うつ)り (how something looks on screen or in photos)
Compare: 写(うつ)り映(ば)え (photogenic quality)
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Added 2026.1.31 8:08 · Revised 2026.9.2 13:01
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