顔色(かおいろ)をうかがう

かおいろをうかがう
expression
to watch someone's expression; to gauge someone's mood
communicationemotion
1. to watch someone's expression; to gauge someone's mood; to be mindful of how someone feels
To carefully observe someone's facial expression or demeanor to understand their mood or to avoid offending them. Often implies caution or subordination.
上司(じょうし)の顔色(かおいろ)をうかがいながら話(はな)す。
I speak while watching my boss's expression.
いつも親(おや)の顔色(かおいろ)をうかがっている子供(こども)。
A child who is always mindful of their parents' moods.
顔色(かおいろ)をうかがわずに自分(じぶん)の意見(いけん)を言(い)いなさい。
Say your opinion without worrying about what others think.

顔色(かおいろ)をうかがう often has a slightly negative connotation, suggesting excessive deference or fear of displeasing others.

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Compare: 空気(くうき)を読(よ)む (to read the room)
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Added 2026.1.29 20:06 · Revised 2026.9.29 22:01
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