noun
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.
彼の見立てでこのワインを選んだ。
We chose this wine based on his selection.
noun
diagnosis; medical opinion
Commonly used for a doctor's diagnosis or medical assessment. Often appears in phrases like 医者の見立て.
医者の見立てでは、ただの風邪だそうだ。
According to the doctor's diagnosis, it's just a cold.
noun
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.
専門家の見立てでは、この絵は本物らしい。
According to the expert's judgment, this painting seems to be genuine.
noun
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.
この句の見立ては、月を鏡に例えている。
The comparison in this haiku likens the moon to a mirror.