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folding one's arms, crossing one's arms
The action or posture of crossing one's arms over the chest, often indicating thought, defiance, or authority.
腕組みをして考える。
To think with one's arms folded.
彼は腕組みをしたまま黙っていた。
He remained silent with his arms crossed.
部長は腕組みをして、じっと報告書を見つめていた。
The department manager stared at the report with arms folded.
USAGE:
Most commonly used with する: 腕組みをする (to fold one's arms). The posture often conveys deep thought, displeasure, or an authoritative stance in Japanese context.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 腕組みをする: to fold one's arms
- 腕組みをしたまま: with arms folded
- 腕組みを解く: to unfold one's arms