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“back view” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiushirosugata

Example

写真に姉の後ろ姿が写っています。sha shin ni ane no ushi ro sugata ga utsu tte i ma su

The photo shows my sister from behind.

Illustration for 後ろ姿 (back view)

How to say “back view” in Japanese

“Back view” in Japanese is 後ろ姿 (ushirosugata).

Describes the visible figure of a person viewed from the rear, often drawing attention to the outline, clothing, or posture.

Full entry for 後ろ姿: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 後ろ姿

駅のホームから、遠ざかる友人の後ろ姿を見送りました。eki no hō mu ka ra tō za ka ru yū jin no ushi ro sugata o mi oku ri ma shi ta

I saw my friend from behind as they walked away from the station platform.

Tips for using 後ろ姿

  • A story may use 後ろ姿 (ushirosugata) to show a person leaving or walking ahead while keeping the person's face out of the scene.

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