Translation guide
A phrase used to draw attention to something visible or obvious, often while explaining or demonstrating.
The speaker points to something the listener can see, often as proof or explanation.
Polite and common. Literally 'as you are looking'. Used in presentations, explanations, and formal contexts.
As you can see, sales are increasing.
Casual version of ご覧の通り. Used among friends or in informal situations.
As you can see, the room is messy.
Means 'like this' or 'in this way'. Often used while showing something, similar to 'as you can see'.
As you can see, the problem has been solved.
Literally 'as you can understand by looking'. Emphasizes that the evidence is visually obvious.
As you can see, this machine is broken.
The speaker states something that should be clear from the context or previous statements.
Also used for non-visual obviousness, especially in formal speech.
As you can see, this plan was a failure.
Polite. Literally 'as you understand'. Used when the listener already knows or can infer the information.
As you can see, we don't have time.
Means 'clearly' or 'obviously'. Can be used to introduce an obvious fact.
As you can see, he is lying.
Used in manuals, articles, or instructions to guide the reader through a visual or logical step.
The English phrase 'as you can see' is often used as a filler or transition. Direct translation like あなたが見ることができるように is unnatural. Use the phrases above depending on formality and context.
ご覧の通り is polite and suitable for business or formal settings. 見ての通り is casual and used with friends or family. Both literally mean 'as you see'.
As you can see, there's no problem. (polite)
As you can see, no problem. (casual)