ふさわしい

This is the 1716th most frequent Japanese word.

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ふさわしい

Suitable; appropriate.


In this sentence, ふさわしい is used to describe someone as suitable or appropriate for a role or position, emphasizing that the person possesses qualities or traits that align with the requirements of being a leader.

彼はリーダーとしてふさわしい人です。

He is a suitable person as a leader.


Here, ふさわしい is applied to an item, signifying that it is fitting or suitable for a specific occasion, like a wedding, due to its style or formality.

このドレスは結婚式にふさわしいです。

This dress is appropriate for a wedding.


In this example, ふさわしい expresses a projection or assumption about people being suitable for a certain role or responsibility, backed by observable qualities or circumstances.

彼らは新しい家主としてふさわしいでしょう。

They would be suitable as the new homeowners.