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appearance, looks, figure, physical features
A person's outward physical appearance, encompassing face, build, and overall impression. A somewhat formal or literary word for describing someone's looks.
容姿端麗な女性だ。
She is a woman of beautiful appearance.
人を容姿で判断してはいけない。
You shouldn't judge people by their appearance.
彼は容姿も性格もよく、誰からも好かれている。
He has good looks and a good personality, and is liked by everyone.
USAGE:
A somewhat formal word. In everyday conversation, 見た目 (appearance, looks) or ルックス (looks) are more casual alternatives. 容姿 is common in written descriptions, character profiles, and discussions about physical appearance in a more objective or literary tone.
The four-character compound 容姿端麗 (beautiful in appearance) is a set expression frequently used to describe attractive people, especially women.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 容姿端麗: beautiful in appearance
- 容姿が整っている: to have refined features
- 容姿で判断する: to judge by appearance
- 容姿に恵まれる: to be blessed with good looks