顔つき

かおつき
Alternative writings: 顔付き, 顔付
JLPT:N1
Frequency:
1

A person's facial expression or the look of their face; the features or countenance that show mood or character.

Noun

Examples

彼の顔つきが急に暗くなった。

His expression suddenly grew dark.

その子はまだ幼い顔つきだ。

That child still has a youthful/childlike face.

面接では緊張した顔つきが見えた。

I could see a nervous expression during the interview.

祖父の顔つきには家族の面影が残っている。

My grandfather's features still show the family's resemblance.

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