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You look like

🇬🇧 UK //juː lʊk laɪk// 🇺🇸 US //ju lʊk laɪk//

Meaning of You look like

To resemble someone or something in appearance.

In simple words: You appear similar to someone or something.

You look like in a sentence

• You look like your mother with those blue eyes.
• Everyone said I look like a movie star today!
• I can't believe you look like your twin brother.
• He looks like he could be a professional athlete.
• You really look like you belong in that fancy restaurant.

How to use You look like

Use this phrase to compare someone's appearance to someone else's or to something else. It is generally neutral but can vary in context. Avoid using it in formal situations.

Grammar pattern

you look like + [noun/ pronoun]

Memory hint

Think of a detective saying, 'You look like the suspect!'

Related words

Collocations with You look like

• look like a model
• look like someone famous
• look like an expert
• look like you belong
• look like the perfect couple

Synonyms for You look like

• resemble
• appear like
• be similar to
• look similar to
• seem like

Common mistakes with You look like

• Omitting 'like' (e.g., 'You look a model.' instead of 'You look like a model.')
• Using it inappropriately for non-visual comparisons (e.g., 'You look like you are tired.')
• Confusing with 'look at' for giving attention.

Frequently asked questions about You look like

What does You look like mean?

You appear similar to someone or something.

What is the definition of You look like?

To resemble someone or something in appearance.

How do you use You look like in a sentence?

You look like your mother with those blue eyes.

Can you give another example of You look like?

Everyone said I look like a movie star today!

What are synonyms for You look like?

Common alternatives include resemble, appear like, be similar to, look similar to, seem like.

What words go with You look like?

It commonly pairs with look like a model, look like someone famous, look like an expert, look like you belong, look like the perfect couple.

What are common mistakes when using You look like?

Omitting 'like' (e.g., 'You look a model.' instead of 'You look like a model.') Using it inappropriately for non-visual comparisons (e.g., 'You look like you are tired.') Confusing with 'look at' for giving attention.

How do you pronounce You look like?

US: //ju lʊk laɪk//, UK: //juː lʊk laɪk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use You look like?

Use this phrase to compare someone's appearance to someone else's or to something else. It is generally neutral but can vary in context. Avoid using it in formal situations.