JLPT N1 Advanced
仕草
Gesture, movement, or mannerism
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1 Noun
Gesture / Mannerism
A physical action, movement, or demeanor that is characteristic of a specific person or animal.
Example
彼女 が 髪 を かきあげる 仕草 が とても 好き です 。
I really like the way she brushes her hair back.
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2 Noun
Acting / Performance
The physical acting, mimicry, or stage movements performed by an actor, particularly in traditional theater.
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