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Manner

ˈmænər
Very common
~ 1400
~ 1400
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

方法 (ほうほう), 態度 (たいど), 様式 (ようしき), 風 (ふう)

Manner meanings in Japanese

方法 (ほうほう)

Example:
She has a unique manner of teaching.
彼女は独自の教え方を持っています。
The manner in which you speak is important.
あなたの話し方は重要です。
Usage: FormalContext: Used in educational or professional settings to describe methods or styles.
Note: This meaning emphasizes the way or technique of doing something.

態度 (たいど)

Example:
His manner was very friendly.
彼の態度はとても友好的でした。
She has a polite manner.
彼女は礼儀正しい態度を持っています。
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Describes someone's demeanor or attitude in social interactions.
Note: This meaning focuses on how a person behaves or presents themselves to others.

様式 (ようしき)

Example:
The manner of the painting is very modern.
その絵画の様式はとても現代的です。
Different cultures have different manners of expression.
異なる文化には異なる表現様式があります。
Usage: FormalContext: Used in artistic or cultural discussions to describe styles.
Note: This usage relates to artistic styles or methods of expression.

風 (ふう)

Example:
He walked in a leisurely manner.
彼はゆったりとした風で歩きました。
She spoke in a confident manner.
彼女は自信に満ちた風で話しました。
Usage: InformalContext: Describes the way someone carries themselves or acts, often in a casual setting.
Note: This is a more colloquial way of expressing mannerisms or behaviors.

Manner's synonyms

way

Way refers to a method or style in which something is done or achieved.
Example: She has a unique way of solving problems.
Note: Way is more specific and often implies a particular approach or technique.

method

Method refers to a systematic way of doing something or achieving a particular result.
Example: He explained his teaching method to the new students.
Note: Method is more structured and implies a systematic approach to a task or process.

style

Style refers to a distinctive manner or way in which something is done or presented.
Example: Her writing style is very engaging.
Note: Style often emphasizes individuality or creativity in the way something is carried out.

behavior

Behavior refers to the way in which a person conducts oneself or acts in a particular situation.
Example: His behavior at the party was quite inappropriate.
Note: Behavior is more focused on actions and conduct rather than general manner or way of doing things.

Manner expressions, common phrases

In a manner of speaking

This phrase is used to indicate that what is being said may not be exactly accurate or the best description, but it conveys a general idea.
Example: He's not really a chef, but he can cook in a manner of speaking.
Note: This phrase uses 'manner' in the sense of 'way' or 'method' rather than 'behavior.'

Good manners

Refers to polite and socially acceptable behavior in social situations.
Example: She always has good manners when she visits.
Note: While 'manner' can refer to behavior in general, 'good manners' specifically refers to polite conduct.

Manner of speaking

Refers to the way in which something is expressed or communicated.
Example: She was very direct in her manner of speaking.
Note: While 'manner' can refer to behavior, 'manner of speaking' specifically focuses on verbal expression.

Manner of dress

Refers to the style or way in which someone dresses.
Example: His manner of dress is always elegant and formal.
Note: While 'manner' can refer to behavior, 'manner of dress' specifically focuses on clothing choices.

Manner of writing

Refers to the style or approach someone takes in their writing.
Example: His manner of writing is very descriptive and engaging.
Note: While 'manner' can refer to behavior, 'manner of writing' specifically focuses on writing style.

Manner everyday (slang) expressions

Vibe

This describes the feeling or atmosphere that a person gives off.
Example: Her vibe is really positive.
Note: Unlike 'manner,' which refers to behavior, 'vibe' is more about the overall feeling or aura a person emits.

Attitude

This refers to the way someone behaves or their approach to a situation.
Example: I don't like his attitude towards work.
Note: While 'manner' is more general in describing behavior, 'attitude' specifically focuses on one's approach or mindset.

Demeanor

This describes a person's outward behavior or demeanor in a particular situation.
Example: Her calm demeanor helped defuse the argument.
Note: Unlike 'manner,' which is a more general term, 'demeanor' specifically focuses on the behavior or attitude displayed in a specific situation.

Approach

This refers to the way someone tackles or deals with a particular task or situation.
Example: His approach to problem-solving is quite innovative.
Note: While 'manner' refers to behavior in a general sense, 'approach' highlights the specific way someone tackles a task or problem.

Manner - Examples

His manner of speaking was very polite.
She has a very elegant manner of dressing.
It's important to behave in a respectful manner towards others.

Manner grammar

Manner - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: manner
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): manners
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): manner
Syllables, Separation and Stress
manner Contains 2 syllables: man • ner
Phonetic transcription: ˈma-nər
man ner , ˈma nər (The red syllable is stressed)

Manner - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
manner: ~ 1400 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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