Translation guide
The phrase 'as you see' is used to draw attention to something visible or obvious, or to refer to a situation as it appears. In Japanese, it is often expressed through set phrases, adverbial expressions, or by omitting the subject and using verbs of seeing or understanding.
Pointing out something that the listener can see right now, like 'as you can see'.
A polite and common phrase meaning 'as you can see'. Used when showing or demonstrating something.
As you can see, this machine is very easy to operate.
A more casual version of 'as you can see', literally 'as you see'. Used in informal situations.
As you can see, the room is messy, but don't mind it.
Literally 'as you can understand by seeing'. Emphasizes that the visual evidence makes it clear.
As you can see, this document is a fake.
Commenting on a state of affairs that is evident, like 'as things stand' or 'apparently'.
Means 'from what I see' or 'apparently'. Used to give an impression based on observation.
As you see, he looks fine.
An adverb meaning 'it seems' or 'apparently'. Often used when the evidence is visible or circumstantial.
Means 'obviously' or 'visibly'. Used when something is apparent just by looking.
As you see, it's an expensive-looking watch.
Used in manuals, presentations, or formal writing to say 'as shown' or 'as illustrated'.
Do not translate 'as you see' word-for-word as 「あなたが見るように」. This sounds unnatural and is not idiomatic in Japanese. Use the set phrases provided instead.
As you see, this is easy. (unnatural)
どうやら、彼はもう出かけたようだ。
As you see, he seems to have already left.
As the table below shows, sales are increasing.