un regard
a look / a gaze
Pronunciation
/ʁə.ɡaʁ/
Cultural Note
In French flirting culture, 'le regard' (the gaze) is considered the most powerful tool of séduction. Holding someone's gaze is seen as an invitation, and the French are masters of communicating interest through eye contact. The expression 'croiser le regard de quelqu'un' (to cross someone's gaze) is the beginning of many French love stories.
📝 Example Sentences
Il m'a lancé un regard intense de l'autre côté de la salle.
He shot me an intense look from across the room.
Nos regards se sont croisés et j'ai senti mon cœur battre plus vite.
Our eyes met and I felt my heart beat faster.
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