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making; forming; cultivating; growing
form; appearance
「作り」 has another reading with different meanings.
この建物の作りは非常に頑丈で耐震性に優れている。
The structure of this building is very sturdy and has excellent earthquake resistance.
祖母の手作りのお菓子は素朴な味わいが魅力だ。
The charm of my grandmother's homemade sweets is their simple taste.
この家具は作りがしっかりしていて長持ちしそうだ。
This furniture is well-made and seems like it will last a long time.