Definition

1. Adverb:
   • As it would seem; It seems that; It appears that: Used to express an opinion, impression, or belief based on available evidence, but which is not stated as a definite fact. It indicates uncertainty or a personal perception.

Usage Examples

• Adverb:
  • Trời dường như sắp mưa. (It seems like it's about to rain.)
  • Cô ấy dường như không hài lòng với kết quả. (She appears to be dissatisfied with the result.)
  • Dường như anh ta đã quên lời hứa. (It seems he forgot his promise.)

Advanced Usage

• Used at the beginning of a clause to softly introduce an observation or to make a statement less direct and more polite.
  • Dường như chúng ta đã hiểu lầm nhau. (It seems we have misunderstood each other.)

Variants and Related Words

• Hình như (adv): Seems like; I think that. (Slightly more colloquial and common in speech than "dường như").

  • Hình như tôi để quên chìa khóa. (I think I forgot my keys.)

• Có vẻ như (adv): It looks like; It seems that. (Often based on visual appearance or stronger impression).

  • Cô ấy có vẻ như rất mệt. (She looks very tired.)

Synonyms

• Apparently: As far as one can see or understand.
• Seemingly: From appearances alone.
• It appears that: Based on visible evidence or impression.

Related Phrases

• Dường như là: A slightly extended form with the same meaning, often used for rhythmic flow in a sentence.
  • Mọi chuyện dường như là đã an bài. (Everything seems to be settled.)

1. As it would seem