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風姿 (ふうし) Japanese meaning | Kotomora

風ふう姿し

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Meanings

1

noun

appearance; demeanor

Refers to a person's outward appearance and bearing, often with a nuance of elegance or style. Somewhat literary.

彼かれの風ふう姿しには気き品ひんがある。
His appearance has an air of elegance.

Kanji

風wind, air, style
姿figure, form, shape

Similar words

見みた目め
見た目 is a common, everyday word for outward appearance, while 風姿 is more literary and emphasizes bearing and elegance.
風ふう貌ぼう
風貌 also means appearance or looks, but is more neutral and commonly used than 風姿.

Etymology

Compound of 風 (style, manner) and 姿 (figure, appearance). The exact historical derivation is uncertain.