見上げる

みあげる
Alternative writings: 見あげる
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1To look up at; to raise one's eyes (toward something above).

Group 2 VerbTransitive Verb

Examples

子供たちは空に向かって嬉しそうに見上げた。

The children looked up at the sky happily.

高いビルを見上げると首が疲れる。

If you look up at a tall building, your neck gets tired.

夜、星を見上げて願い事をした。

At night I looked up at the stars and made a wish.

2To look up to someone; to admire or respect someone.

Group 2 VerbTransitive Verb

Examples

彼女は多くの生徒に見上げられている良い教師だ。

She is a good teacher admired by many students.

君の努力には本当に見上げるよ。

I really admire your hard work.

彼を見上げる気持ちで学び続けている。

I continue studying with admiration for him.

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