godan verb (-ku), intransitive verb
closely resemble; look just like
Used when someone or something bears a strong resemblance to another, often in appearance or character. Often used in the negative form 似つかない to mean 'doesn't resemble at all'.
彼は父親に似ついている。
He closely resembles his father.
その絵は実物に似つかない。
That painting doesn't look like the real thing at all.
godan verb (-ku), intransitive verb
suit well; match well; go well with
Describes something that fits or harmonizes well with another thing, such as clothes, accessories, or atmosphere. Often used in the negative form 似つかない to mean 'doesn't suit' or 'is out of place'.
その帽子は彼女によく似ついている。
That hat suits her very well.
彼の冗談は場に似つかなかった。
His joke was out of place for the occasion.