見かける

みかける
Alternative writings: 見掛ける
JLPT:N1
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1To happen to see; to notice or catch sight of someone or something — typically used for accidental or casual sightings.

Group 2 VerbTransitive Verb

Examples

昨日、駅前で大学の同級生を見かけたよ。

I happened to see a university classmate in front of the station yesterday.

この店では珍しい品物をよく見かける。

You often see rare items at this shop.

赤い帽子をかぶった子を公園で見かけましたか?

Did you see a child wearing a red hat in the park?

彼は最近元気そうに見かけるが、本当のところは分からない。

He seems to be doing well lately when I see him, but I don't really know the truth.

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