小首を傾げる
Reading: こくびをかしげる
Meaning: to tilt one's head (in curiosity or puzzlement)
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Example Sentence
少女 は 不思議 そうに 小首を傾げる と 笑った
The girl tilted her head curiously and laughed.
Usage Notes
Describes the gesture of tilting one's head slightly to the side, usually when confused or curious about something.
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