LingakuFrequency rank: 3,892. – 3,896.
- to stand watch; to stand guard; to look outonly applies to 見張る and 見はる
- to open (one's eyes) widesee also 目を見張る
Godan verb with 'ru' ending; transitive verb
Generated: This meaning is used when someone is keeping an eye on something or someone, often for safety or observation purposes.
He stood watch over the campsite all night.
Generated: This meaning is used when someone is opening their eyes wide, often in surprise or amazement.
She opened her eyes wide at the unbelievable sight.
Generated word frames (experimental)
[Person] stands guard at [Place]
[Person] stands watch for [Duration]
[Person] looks out for [Event]
[Person] watches with [Emotion]
[Person] watches [Target]
Generated related terms (experimental)
みはる見張る【みはる】
To stand watch or guard over something; to keep an eye on a situation or a place.
かんし監視【かんし】
Refers to monitoring or surveillance, often related to keeping watch over people or activities.
ちゅうい注意【ちゅうい】
Means to pay attention or to be cautious, acting in a way that prevents problems.
けいかい警戒【けいかい】
Refers to being alert or vigilant against potential danger or threats.
めをさます目を覚ます【めをさます】
Means to wake up or to open one's eyes, often used in a literal sense.