見立て
Meanings
Refers to the act of choosing or picking something out, often with a sense of discernment. Used in contexts like selecting items, candidates, or options.
We chose this wine based on his selection.
diagnosis; medical opinion
Commonly used for a doctor's diagnosis or medical assessment. Often appears in phrases like 医者の見立て.
According to the doctor's diagnosis, it's just a cold.
A personal assessment or evaluation, often based on experience or expertise. Can be used in various contexts like art appraisal, situation analysis, or giving an opinion.
According to the expert's judgment, this painting seems to be genuine.
comparison; likening (in haiku, tanka)
A literary technique in traditional Japanese poetry where one thing is likened to another, often through metaphor or association. Specific to haiku, tanka, and related forms.
The comparison in this haiku likens the moon to a mirror.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉の見立てではaccording to someone's diagnosis or assessment
According to the doctor's diagnosis, it's just a cold.
- 見立てが当たるfor one's diagnosis or judgment to prove correct
His judgment turned out to be correct, and the problem was solved smoothly.
- 見立てが外れるfor one's diagnosis or judgment to turn out wrong
The doctor's diagnosis was wrong; it turned out to be a different illness.
- 〈物〉の見立てをするto select or pick out something with discerning judgment
I had the shop clerk help me choose a kimono.