だて
Noun, Adjective
1.
elegance, dandyism, sophistication, having style
word usually written using kana alone
2.
affectation, showing off, putting on an air, appearances, doing something just for show
word usually written using kana alone
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彼女は伊達に高い服を着ているわけではない。
She isn't just wearing expensive clothes for show. (She wears them with style/purpose.)
彼の伊達な態度は、周りの人には少し気取って見えるかもしれない。
His affected manner might seem a bit pretentious to those around him.
その伊達な振る舞いは、彼の自信の表れだろう。
That stylish behavior is probably an expression of his confidence.
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