Gazing Meaning in English
word · lemma: gaze
ˈɡeɪzɪŋ
GAY-zing
ɡˈeɪzɪŋ
GAY-zing
Definition
To look at something or someone for a long time, usually with admiration, interest, or deep thought.
Usage & Nuances
'Gazing' is more intense than 'looking' or 'watching', often suggesting a sense of wonder, affection, or deep thought. Common phrases: 'gazing at the stars', 'gazing into someone's eyes'. Usually formal or poetic; less common in casual speech than 'looking'. Don't confuse with 'staring', which can seem impolite.
Spanish: mirar fijamente - contemplarPortuguese (BR): observar - contemplarPortuguese (PT): observar - contemplarChinese (Simplified): 凝视 - 注视Chinese (Traditional): 凝視 - 注視Hindi: टकटकी लगाकर देखनाArabic: التحديقBengali: তাকিয়ে থাকা - মগ্ন দৃষ্টিতে দেখাRussian: всматриваться - задумчиво смотретьJapanese: 見つめるVietnamese: đắm nhìn - chăm chú nhìnKorean: 응시하다Turkish: dikkatle bakmak - dalgın dalgın bakmakUrdu: ٹکٹکی باندھ کر دیکھناIndonesian: menatap - memandang dengan takjub
Example Sentences
She was gazing at the sunset.
basic
The child stood gazing out the window.
basic
They spent hours gazing at the stars.
basic
He sat there gazing into space, lost in thought.
natural
She caught him gazing at her from across the room.
natural
We lay on the grass, just gazing up at the clouds.
natural