Meaning and Usage
The word "そっくり" is commonly used to express that two things or people look very similar or identical, often referring to physical resemblance. It can also mean "entirely" or "completely" when referring to something being taken or transferred in full.
Common Collocations
- 〜にそっくり: used to say someone or something looks exactly like another (e.g., 彼は母親にそっくりだ - He looks just like his mother).
- 〜をそっくり盗む/取る: to steal or take something entirely.
- 本物そっくり: something that looks just like the real thing.
Nuance and Register
"そっくり" is casual to neutral in tone and can be used in everyday conversation. It emphasizes strong similarity or completeness. When used for resemblance, it often implies a striking or surprising likeness.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "そっくり" with "よく似ている" (well resembling). While both express similarity, "そっくり" implies a much stronger, almost exact likeness. Use "そっくり" when you want to stress that two things are nearly indistinguishable.
Summary
Use "そっくり" to describe people or things that look very alike or to indicate something is taken or transferred entirely. It is a versatile word useful in both descriptive and transactional contexts.