Cool MateMeaning of Gaze
to look steadily at somebody/something for a long time, either because you are very interested or surprised, or because you are thinking of something else
In simple words: To look at something for a long time.
Gaze in a sentence
- She gazed at him in amazement.
- He sat for hours just **gazing into space**.
- Every one gazed at her beautiful jewels.
- He gazed absently at the passing crowd.
- He gazed out over the lake.
- They gazed in wonder at the mighty peaks.
How to use Gaze
Used in contexts where someone looks intently or dreamily. Not typically used in casual conversations unless describing art or beauty.
Grammar pattern
gaze + at + object
Memory hint
Think of a 'gaze' like a 'maze'; you look deeply into it to find your way.
Related words
Synonyms for Gaze
Common mistakes with Gaze
- Confused with 'glance' — 'gaze' means a long look, not a quick one.
- Using 'gaze' without 'at' — it should be 'gaze at the stars', not just 'gaze the stars'.
- Overusing in casual contexts — more suitable for descriptive or literary situations.
Gaze appears in
Gaze in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
حدّق
أن تنظر إلى شيء لفترة طويلة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
তাকিয়ে থাকা, একদৃষ্টে তাকানো
অনেকক্ষণ ধরে কিছুর দিকে তাকিয়ে থাকা।
- GermanDeutsch
Gaze
Etwas lange ansehen.
- SpanishEspañol
Mirar fijamente
Mirar algo durante mucho tiempo.
- Persianفارسی
خیره شدن، نگاه کردن
به چیزی برای مدت طولانی نگاه کردن.
- FrenchFrançais
Regarder fixement
Regarder quelque chose pendant longtemps.
- Hindiहिन्दी
टकटकी लगाना, घूरना
किसी चीज़ को देर तक देखना।
- ItalianItaliano
Fissare, Guardare
Guardare qualcosa a lungo.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Olhar fixamente
Olhar para algo por um longo tempo.
- RussianРусский
смотреть пристально, вглядываться
Долго смотреть на что-то.
- Urduاردو
ٹک ٹکی لگا کر دیکھنا، گھورنا
کسی چیز کو دیر تک دیکھنا۔
- Chinese中文
凝视,注视
长时间地看着某样东西。
More words like Gaze
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Gaze
What does Gaze mean?
To look at something for a long time.
What is the definition of Gaze?
to look steadily at somebody/something for a long time, either because you are very interested or surprised, or because you are thinking of something else
How do you use Gaze in a sentence?
She gazed at him in amazement.
Can you give another example of Gaze?
He sat for hours just **gazing into space**.
What are synonyms for Gaze?
Common alternatives include stare.
What is the opposite of Gaze?
Opposite meanings include avert, ignore, dismiss.
What words go with Gaze?
It commonly pairs with intently, steadily, absently, at, in, into.
What are common mistakes when using Gaze?
Confused with 'glance' — 'gaze' means a long look, not a quick one. Using 'gaze' without 'at' — it should be 'gaze at the stars', not just 'gaze the stars'. Overusing in casual contexts — more suitable for descriptive or literary situations.
How do you pronounce Gaze?
US: /["/ɡeɪz/","/ˈɡeɪzɪz/","/ɡeɪzd/","/ˈɡeɪzɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɡeɪz/","/ˈɡeɪzɪz/","/ɡeɪzd/","/ˈɡeɪzɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Gaze?
Used in contexts where someone looks intently or dreamily. Not typically used in casual conversations unless describing art or beauty.
What CEFR level is Gaze?
"Gaze" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.