見惚れる

みほれる
Alternative writings: 見ほれる
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1To be fascinated or captivated by something or someone, to gaze at it in admiration (somewhat literary or old-fashioned).

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夜景の美しさに見惚れて、しばらく動けなかった。

I was so captivated by the night view that I couldn't move for a while.

彼女は舞台の上の踊り手を見惚れていた。

She was entranced by the dancer on stage.

夕焼けに見惚れる瞬間が好きだ。

I like those moments when I'm captivated by the sunset.

美術館で名画に見惚れて、時間を忘れてしまった。

I was so fascinated by the masterpiece in the museum that I lost track of time.

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