noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
appearance; figure; shape; form
Refers to the visible outward form of a person or thing, often implying a combination of shape and bearing. Similar to 容姿 but more general.
See also: 容姿
彼は姿形が父親にそっくりだ。
He looks exactly like his father in appearance.
その建物は姿形が変わってしまった。
The building has changed its shape.
容姿 focuses more on personal appearance and attractiveness, while 姿形 is a broader term for outward form.
Compound of 姿 (すがた, 'figure, appearance') and 形 (かたち, 'shape, form').