みたいだ

copula

it seems that; it looks like

Expresses a conjecture or impression based on direct observation or evidence. Polite form of みたい. Often used in conversation.

• 雨あめが降ふっているみたいだ。

  It seems to be raining.

• 彼かれは疲つかれているみたいだ。

  He looks tired.

copula

as if; like

Used in similes or metaphorical comparisons, often with まるで. Polite form of みたい.

• まるで夢ゆめみたいだ。

  It's as if it were a dream.