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Looking

ˈlʊkɪŋ
Extremely common
500 - 600
500 - 600
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nézés, látszani, keresni, képzelni, tűnni

Looking meanings in Hungarian

nézés

Example:
She is looking at the stars.
Ő a csillagokat nézi.
He was looking for his keys.
Azért nézte a kulcsait.
Usage: informalContext: Everyday situations where someone is visually observing something.
Note: This meaning refers to the physical act of directing one's sight towards something.

látszani

Example:
You are looking tired today.
Ma fáradtnak látszol.
He looks happy in that picture.
Abban a képen boldognak látszik.
Usage: informalContext: Describing someone's appearance or emotional state based on observation.
Note: In this context, 'looking' refers to the way someone appears or seems to be.

keresni

Example:
I am looking for a new job.
Új munkát keresek.
They are looking for solutions to the problem.
Megoldásokat keresnek a problémára.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Situations where someone is seeking or trying to find something.
Note: This usage often implies searching for something that may not be immediately visible.

képzelni

Example:
I can see you looking out the window.
Látom, hogy az ablakon nézel ki.
Looking back, I realize I made a mistake.
Visszatekintve rájövök, hogy hibáztam.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Reflecting on past experiences or situations.
Note: In this context, 'looking' can refer to mental visualization or reflection.

tűnni

Example:
That dress is looking great on you.
Az a ruha remekül áll neked.
The project is looking good so far.
A projekt eddig jól néz ki.
Usage: informalContext: Evaluating how something appears or is progressing.
Note: This meaning is often used to comment on the quality or state of something.

Looking's synonyms

gazing

Gazing implies looking steadily and intently at something.
Example: She was gazing out of the window, lost in thought.
Note: Gazing suggests a more focused and prolonged act of looking.

staring

Staring means looking fixedly or vacantly at someone or something.
Example: He was staring at the painting, trying to decipher its meaning.
Note: Staring often conveys a sense of intensity or concentration in the act of looking.

glancing

Glancing means taking a brief or hurried look.
Example: She quickly glanced at her watch to check the time.
Note: Glancing suggests a quick or casual look rather than a sustained gaze.

peering

Peering involves looking closely or with difficulty, especially when trying to see something unclear.
Example: He was peering into the darkness, trying to make out shapes in the distance.
Note: Peering often implies straining to see or discern details in what is being looked at.

observing

Observing means watching attentively with interest or for a scientific purpose.
Example: The scientist was carefully observing the behavior of the animals in the wild.
Note: Observing often implies a deliberate and focused act of watching for specific details or patterns.

Looking expressions, common phrases

keep an eye out

To watch or look for something carefully.
Example: I'll keep an eye out for any updates on the project.
Note: Uses a different imagery compared to 'looking' and implies being vigilant.

look forward to

To anticipate something with pleasure or excitement.
Example: I'm looking forward to seeing you at the party.
Note: Expresses anticipation and excitement beyond just physically looking at something.

take a look

To examine or inspect something briefly.
Example: Can you take a look at this document for me?
Note: Suggests a brief inspection rather than a continuous act of looking.

look up to

To admire or respect someone.
Example: I've always looked up to my older sister for her achievements.
Note: Focuses on admiration and respect rather than just the physical act of looking.

look down on

To consider someone as inferior or less important.
Example: She looks down on people who don't have a college education.
Note: Implies a judgmental attitude towards others, different from the neutral act of looking.

watch out

To be careful or vigilant about something dangerous.
Example: Watch out! There's a car coming.
Note: Emphasizes caution and being alert, different from a casual act of looking.

have a look

To take a brief look at something.
Example: Let me have a look at that painting. It's beautiful!
Note: Indicates a quick observation rather than a prolonged act of looking.

look out for

To watch or be vigilant for something.
Example: Can you look out for my package while I'm away?
Note: Implies actively watching or caring for something, different from a passive act of looking.

look like

To have a similar appearance to someone or something.
Example: You look like your mother when you smile.
Note: Compares appearances rather than the action of looking itself.

Looking everyday (slang) expressions

check out

To look at or investigate something. It is often used when suggesting someone to look at or experience something new.
Example: Check out this awesome new TV show!
Note: The term 'check out' implies a more casual and informal way of looking at something compared to just 'looking at' it.

peep

To glance at or briefly look at something. It is used informally to refer to a quick or sneak peek at something.
Example: Let me take a quick peep at that document before the meeting.
Note: The term 'peep' emphasizes a swift and often discreet way of looking at something compared to a standard 'look.'

scope out

To carefully examine or assess a situation or thing. It often implies a more detailed and strategic observation.
Example: I need to scope out the competition before the big presentation.
Note: The term 'scope out' suggests a thorough and intentional observation, whereas 'look at' may be more general or casual.

eyeball

To look closely at or examine something. It is often used in a directive manner to suggest a close inspection.
Example: Eyeball that book for any relevant information on the topic.
Note: The term 'eyeball' suggests a more focused and attentive way of looking at something.

glance

To take a quick look or brief view of something. It implies a rapid or cursory examination.
Example: Can you glance over this report and let me know if there are any errors?
Note: The term 'glance' indicates a swift and often superficial look compared to a more thorough 'look.'

spot

To see or notice something, typically quickly or unexpectedly. It is often used to describe noticing something in a particular location.
Example: I spotted a rare bird in the park this morning.
Note: The term 'spot' implies a sudden, maybe even accidental, observation of something compared to a deliberate act of 'looking.'

scout

To search or explore a place in order to obtain information. It is commonly used in the context of investigating or searching for something specific.
Example: He scouted around the office to find a quiet place for his phone call.
Note: The term 'scout' implies a more purposeful and investigative way of looking around compared to a casual observation.

Looking - Examples

Looking for a new job can be stressful.
Egy új állás keresése stresszes lehet.
She was looking out the window when she saw the accident.
Az ablakon keresztül nézte, amikor látta a balesetet.
He looked at the painting for a long time, trying to understand its meaning.
Hosszú ideig nézte a festményt, megpróbálva megérteni annak jelentését.

Looking grammar

Looking - Verb (Verb) / Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle)
Lemma: look
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): looks
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): look
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): looked
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): looking
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): looks
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): look
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): look
Syllables, Separation and Stress
looking Contains 1 syllables: look
Phonetic transcription: ˈlu̇k
look , ˈlu̇k (The red syllable is stressed)

Looking - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
looking: 500 - 600 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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