English–Japanese
“exchange glances” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajimiawaseru
Example
二人は目を見合わせます。futa ri wa me o mi a wa se ma su
The two exchange glances.
How to say “exchange glances” in Japanese
“Exchange glances” in Japanese is 見合わせる (miawaseru).
Creates a shared pause or point of contact between two sides, linking exchanged glances, comparison, and postponed action.
Example sentences with 見合わせる
先生が黙って首をかしげると、生徒たちは不安そうに顔を見合わせました。sen sei ga dama tte kubi o ka shi ge ru to sei to ta chi wa fu an sō ni kao o mi a wa se ma shi ta
When the teacher silently tilted their head, the students exchanged worried glances.
Tips for using 見合わせる
- Unlike a verbal response, this action can communicate surprise, hesitation, or agreement through a brief look between people.