JLPT N3

～のような

Like; such as; just like

Structure

Noun + のような + Noun / Sentence plain form + ような + Noun

How it works

This grammar point means 'like' or 'similar to' and is used to make comparisons or provide examples. It connects two nouns or a sentence and a noun, where the first element describes the quality of the second.

Examples

彼は子供のような笑顔をしている。

He has a smile like a child's.

Common mistakes

Confusing it with ～みたい (mitai), which is more casual, or ～ように (you ni) which modifies verbs/adjectives.

Tip

Remember 'よう' (you) often signifies 'appearance' or 'manner'. '～のような' means 'of that kind of appearance/manner'.

More JLPT N3 grammar

としてに対してについてによってに関してにとってわけだわけがない

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