視る
miruTo see or look at something; to perceive with the eyes.
彼女は美しい絵を視た。
She looked at the beautiful painting.
This is the most common meaning of 視る, often used in formal or written contexts.
To examine or inspect something carefully.
医者は患者の傷を視た。
The doctor examined the patient's wound.
In medical or professional contexts, 視る can imply a thorough examination.
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💡Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Usage
Use 視る in formal or written contexts, while 見る is more common in everyday speech.
⚡Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
While 視る is correct, it can sound overly formal or stiff in casual conversation.
📖Word Origin
Derived from the kanji 視, meaning 'to see' or 'to look at', combined with the verb ending -る.
📝Usage Notes
While 視る is a valid verb, it is less commonly used in everyday speech compared to 見る. It is often found in formal or written contexts, such as medical or technical writing.