風ふう采さいが上あがらない

expression, i-adjective

unimpressive-looking; of poor appearance; undistinguished-looking

Describes a person whose appearance or presence lacks impact, style, or dignity. Often used in negative form to mean someone looks shabby or unremarkable.

• 彼かれは風ふう采さいが上あがらないが、話はなしてみるととても面おも白しろい人ひとだ。

  He doesn't look like much, but once you talk to him, he's a very interesting person.

• あの俳はい優ゆうは風ふう采さいが上あがらない役やくばかり演えんじている。

  That actor always plays unimpressive-looking roles.