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JLPT N2 Grammar

N2Inference / Appearance

N2 · Inference / Appearance · いadjective stem/なadjective stem + げ

Meaning

seem; look

Structure

いadjective stem/なadjective stem + げ

Explanation

げ shows an appearance inferred from expression, attitude, or outward signs.

Usage

It appears in words like 寂しげ, 不安げ, and 自信ありげ.

Example

彼女は少し不安げに面接会場へ入っていった。

She entered the interview room looking somewhat anxious.

Common Mistake

It cannot attach freely to every adjective; memorize common combinations.

Memory Tip

The feeling shown outward: げ.

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