振り向く

ふりむく
Alternative writings: 振向く
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1To turn one's face or body around; to look back or glance over one's shoulder in response to a sound or someone calling.

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後ろから声がしたので、思わず振り向いた。

A voice called from behind, so I couldn't help turning around.

子どもがお菓子の袋の音に振り向いた。

The child turned around at the sound of the snack bag.

彼は私のことを気にせず、まったく振り向かなかった。

He didn't care about me and didn't turn to look at all.

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