Meaning and Usage
The verb '노려보다' means to glare or scowl at someone or something with intense, often angry or hostile, eyes. It is stronger than just looking; it implies a deliberate, focused stare that can express anger, suspicion, or displeasure.
Common Contexts
This word is often used in situations where someone is upset or confrontational. For example, when someone is angry and wants to intimidate another person, they might '노려보다' them. It can also describe tense social interactions, such as arguments or conflicts.
Collocations and Patterns
- 노려보다 + 사람: to glare at a person
- 노려보며 말하다: to speak while glaring
- 노려보는 눈빛: a glaring look
These collocations emphasize the intensity and emotional charge behind the gaze.
Register and Politeness
'노려보다' is neutral in formality but often carries a negative or intense emotional tone. It is commonly used in spoken and written Korean without honorifics.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '노려보다' with '쳐다보다' (to look up or stare without hostility). Remember, '노려보다' always implies a hostile or angry gaze, not a neutral or curious look.