N1
どうやら (dōyara)
どうやら
it seems like, it appears that, somehow, apparently
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Indicates a conclusion or an assumption based on some evidence or signs, often implying uncertainty or a tentative guess. Can also mean "somehow" or "eventually" with effort. (状況から判断して、おおよそ見当がつくこと。または、困難な状況をなんとか解決する様子。)
📝 Example Sentences
どうやら彼は今日の会議には来られないようだ。
It seems like he won't be able to come to today's meeting.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "どうやら"!
状況から判断して、何らかの結論を推測する時に使う言葉はどれですか？
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「どうやら」は状況から推測される結論を表します。
English: "Douyara" expresses a conclusion inferred from the situation.
English: "Douyara" expresses a conclusion inferred from the situation.
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