No. 2,313 in Japanese
がら
"がら" (gara) refers to "pattern" or "character," often describing design, personality, or suitability.
In a sentence
この服は夏の着がらとしてぴったりです。
This clothing is perfect as a summer outfit.
Here, 'がら' is used to mean a pattern or type of suitability, indicating the purpose or style of clothing.
彼は大きな声で話す様がら、迫力があります。
The way he speaks with a loud voice is very impactful.
In this case, 'がら' is used with '様', meaning the manner or appearance of something.
彼女は気がらがいいので、みんなに好かれます。
She has a pleasant disposition, so everyone likes her.
Here, 'がら' is used in the compound '気がら', referring to someone's disposition or character.
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