suru verb (special), transitive verb
Formal verb for presenting or offering something, often in official or polite contexts. Commonly used with objects such as 書状 (letter), 意見 (opinion), or 祝辞 (congratulatory address).
来賓が祝辞を呈した。
The guest of honor presented a congratulatory address.
彼は社長に辞表
He tendered his resignation to the president.
suru verb (special), transitive verb
Formal use for showing or displaying something, often abstract qualities or states. Common with nouns like 活気 (vitality), 異彩 (unique brilliance), or 様相 (aspect).
街は活気を呈している。
The town is bustling with energy.
彼の作品は異彩を呈している。
His work exhibits a unique brilliance.
suru verb (special), transitive verb
assume (a shape); take on (a form)
Formal expression for taking on a particular shape, form, or appearance. Often used with nouns like 様相 (aspect), 形態 (form), or 外観 (appearance).
問題は複雑な様相を呈してきた。
The problem has taken on a complex aspect.
その建物は独特の外観を呈している。
The building presents a unique appearance.