ビジュアル

びじゅある
noun, na-adjective
visual; appearance, looks
descriptive
1. visual, visual element
A visual image, graphic, or visual element used in design, marketing, or media.
ビジュアルが良(い)い。
The visuals are good. / He/she is good-looking.
この広告(こうこく)のビジュアルは印象的(いんしょうてき)だ。
The visuals in this advertisement are striking.
新曲(しんきょく)のビジュアルが公開(こうかい)された。
The visual (promotional image) for the new song was released.
ビジュアル系(けい)のバンドが好(す)きだ。
I like visual kei bands.
2. appearance, looks
A person's physical appearance or the visual presentation of something. Often used to praise someone's attractiveness.
ビジュアルが良(い)い。
The visuals are good. / He/she is good-looking.
あのアイドルはビジュアルが抜群(ばつぐん)だ。
That idol has outstanding looks.
味(あじ)だけでなくビジュアルにもこだわった料理(りょうり)だ。
This dish is crafted with attention not only to taste but also to visual presentation.
ビジュアル系(けい)のバンドが好(す)きだ。
I like visual kei bands.

Usage

ビジュアル is often used as a noun meaning 'appearance' or 'looks,' especially when talking about people in entertainment. Saying someone's ビジュアルが良(い)い is a common way to compliment their appearance.

Visual kei

ビジュアル系(けい) (visual kei) is a Japanese music movement characterized by elaborate costumes, makeup, and hairstyles. Bands like X JAPAN and Dir en grey are well-known examples.

Common collocations

  • ビジュアルが良(い)い: good-looking, visually appealing
  • ビジュアル系(けい): visual kei (music genre)
  • ビジュアルにこだわる: to be particular about visual presentation
  • キービジュアル: key visual (main promotional image)

Related Words

Related: 視覚的(しかくてき) (visual)
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Added 2026.2.17 22:46 · Revised 2026.9.2 13:01
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