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you
adverb

Alternate Written Forms:

[よ(良)·う]
you
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[よ(善)·う]
you
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[よ(能)·う]
you
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yoo
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English Meaning(s) for よう

adverb
  1. well; properly; skillfully
  2. often
  3. how (could you); why (would you) (expressing incredulousness, sarcasm, disapproval, etc.)
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Definition and Synonyms for よう

Good in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard
Synonyms: いい, よう, よく, うまい, うまく, 好く, 良い
Skillfully with skill
Synonyms: いい, よう, よく, 手際よく

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Sample Sentences for よう

The new bridge made it easy for the villagers to go to town.
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