1.
watchfulness; keeping an eye on things
The act of carefully observing one's surroundings and paying attention to multiple things at once.
Forms
目 (eye) + 配り (distribution) → distributing one's eyes = watchfulness
Common expressions
- 目配りをする - to keep watch, to keep an eye on things
- 目配りを怠らない - to not neglect watching
- 目配りが行き届く - to be thoroughly vigilant
Usage
目配り emphasizes the visual aspect of attentiveness—scanning the environment, noticing details, and being aware of what's happening around you. Often used for managers, staff, or anyone responsible for overseeing a space or group.