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VocabJLPT N3

to overlook

Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to overlook
2. to command a view of
3. to despise

This verb means to look down at something from a higher position, either physically from a tall place or metaphorically in a condescending way. It combines the ideas of seeing and looking downward, and can carry a negative nuance when used about attitudes toward people.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Looking down from up high is a little scary, honestly."

Sentence 2

Looking down into the valley from that glass-floor bridge makes your legs go weak!

Sentence 3

Stand on that hill and you'll have the whole harbor spread out below you!

Sentence 4

"So, shall we go up to the roof and look down over the city?"

Sentence 5

If you sit at the corner seat, you can look down at the street.