がましい

Frequency rank: 23,174. – 23,310.

suffix; adjective (keiyoushi)

look like; sound like; savor of; smack of

Forms

がましいFrequency rank: 23,174. – 23,310.

Generated definitions (experimental)

look like

This usage describes the appearance or resemblance of something to another thing, suggesting a similarity in form or qualities.

、よう。

His outfit looks just like that of a movie hero.

、よう。

This flower is so beautiful, it looks like something out of a dream.

sound like

This meaning refers to the auditory resemblance or impression something gives, suggesting that it evokes a certain quality or characteristic in sound.

。

That song sounds childish.

、。

His laughter sounds just like the ringing of a bell.

savor of

Here, it indicates that something has a quality or characteristic that is reminiscent of or suggests another thing, usually in a more abstract sense.

、。

His story savors of the weight of history.

。

This dish savors of authentic flavors.

smack of

This usage implies that something is suggestive of or has the distinct quality or characteristic of something else, often with a slightly negative connotation.

、。

That action smacks of deceit.

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There’s something about his plan that smacks of wrongdoing.

Generated collocations (experimental)

someone who looks like (or sounds like)a sound that resembleswords that have a flavor ofan atmosphere that smacks ofa vibe that looks likea dish that tastes likean expression that resembles

Wiktionary definitions (experimental)

Wiktionary

Example sentences

3 results

1. 、。

I'm afraid this sounds like a demand, but could you return the money I lent you the other day?

Tatoeba

2. よう、。

At the risk of sounding too forward, I'd like to make a comment.

Tatoeba

3. とむトム。

Tatoeba