peeking
word · lemma: peek
/ˈpikɪŋ/
PEE-king
/pˈiːkɪŋ/
PEE-king
Definition
Looking quickly or secretly at something, often trying not to be noticed. Usually means to look through a small opening or around something.
Usage & Nuances
'Peeking' is informal and often used for children or playful situations. Common phrases: 'peeking through the window', 'no peeking!' (don't look!). Do not confuse with 'staring' (looking fixedly) or 'glancing' (very brief look).
Spanish: espiarPortuguese (BR): espiar - dar uma espiadaPortuguese (PT): espreitar - espreitar rapidamenteChinese (Simplified): 偷看 - 窥视Chinese (Traditional): 偷看 - 窺視Hindi: झाँकनाArabic: إلقاء نظرة خاطفةBengali: ঝুঁকি নিয়ে দেখাRussian: подглядыватьJapanese: のぞくことVietnamese: nhìn lénKorean: 몰래 보다Turkish: gizlice bakmakUrdu: جھانکناIndonesian: mengintip
Example Sentences
The cat is peeking under the door.
basic
She was peeking at her birthday present.
basic
Stop peeking at my answers!
basic
I caught you peeking through the curtains.
natural
He kept peeking at his phone during the meeting.
natural
Are you peeking or are your eyes closed?
natural