What does 模様 mean?
模様 is a Japanese noun meaning “pattern” or “design” in English. It can also be translated as “the way things look (situation)” depending on context. It is written as 模様 in kanji, もよう in hiragana, and moyou in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N3 vocabulary.
Example sentences
このシャツの模様が好きだ。
I like the pattern on this shirt.
試合は延期になる模様だ。
It looks like the match will be postponed.