しかめ面

しかめづら
Alternative readings: しかめつら
Alternative writings: 顰め面
Frequency:
1

A facial expression of a frown, scowl, or grimace showing displeasure, discomfort, or pain. Also written/said as しかめっ面.

NounNoun Taking 'の'

Examples

子どもが宿題を見てしかめ面をした。

The child made a frowning face when looking at the homework.

彼女は写真を撮られるのが嫌でついしかめ面になった。

She disliked having her photo taken and ended up scowling.

老人は痛みでしかめ面を浮かべた。

The old man grimaced in pain.

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