ようでは・ようじゃ
Meanings
- If it seems that…
- If it is the case that…
- Given that it appears that…
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Explanation
ようでは/ようじゃ expresses a conditional or hypothetical based on something that appears or is assumed to be the case. It often conveys a sense of consequence or judgment about what will follow if the situation is as observed. It can carry nuance of doubt, speculation, or a cautious or critical stance toward the implied condition. The ようじゃ form is a more colloquial version of ようでは, used in spoken conversation.
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Example sentences
If the weather seems bad, it is better to refrain from going out today.
If it seems that he is busy, meeting him will probably be difficult.
It seems to be already over, so everyone, let's go home.
If this material is hard to understand, it would be better to change the explanation.
If it looks like it will rain tomorrow, the event will likely be postponed.
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