No. 2,599 in Japanese
思える
"思える" means "to seem" or "to appear (that way to someone)."
In a sentence
彼が正しいように思える。
It seems that he is correct.
思える is used to express an impression or a subjective feeling that something might be the case.
この景色は夢のように思える。
This scenery feels like a dream.
思える indicates a resemblance or comparison to something, emphasizing a subjective emotional judgment.
彼女が勝つ可能性が思える。
It seems likely that she will win.
思える is utilized to suggest a perceived likelihood or possibility.
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