美貌
Meanings
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noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
beautiful face; good looks; beauty
Refers to a person's beautiful facial features or overall attractive appearance. Often used in literary or formal contexts, but also common in everyday description.
She is known for her beauty.
People with good looks often have advantages.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉の美貌に見とれるto be captivated by someone's beauty
I couldn't help being captivated by her beauty.
- 美貌を誇るto be renowned for one's beauty
She was famous for having the most beautiful face in town.
- 美貌に恵まれるto be blessed with good looks
She was blessed with good looks from birth.
- 美貌の持ち主a person possessing great beauty
She is a woman of undeniable beauty.