What does 様子 mean?
様子 is a Japanese noun meaning “appearance” or “situation” in English. It can also be translated as “sign (of something)” depending on context. It is written as 様子 in kanji, ようす in hiragana, and yousu in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N3 vocabulary.
Example sentences
彼は疲れた様子だった。
He looked tired.
ちょっと外の様子を見てきます。
I'll go and see what's happening outside.