好感
Meanings
1
favorable impression; good feeling; goodwill
A positive impression or feeling toward someone or something. Often used in phrases like 好感を持つ (to have a favorable impression) or 好感度 (likeability rating).
I had a favorable impression of his sincere attitude.
This character has a high likeability rating among viewers.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉に好感を持つto have a favorable impression of someone
I formed a favorable impression from her polite manner.
- 〈人〉に好感を与えるto give someone a favorable impression
His speech left the audience with a favorable impression.
- 好感度が高いto have a high likeability rating
That actor has a high likeability rating among young people.
- 好感を抱くto harbor a favorable feeling (toward someone/something)
I took a liking to him the moment we met.