expression, adverb
Used after a noun or noun phrase to indicate resemblance or similarity. Often interchangeable with みたいに in casual speech.
彼はプロのように歌う。
He sings like a professional.
この布は絹のように柔らかい。
This cloth is soft like silk.
expression, adverb
as with; in the same way
Used to draw a parallel or indicate that something is done in the same manner as something else. Often appears in explanatory or comparative contexts.
前回のように、今回も遅れが出た。
As with last time, there was a delay this time as well.
彼は父親のように、とても親切だ。
He is very kind, in the same way as his father.