そっぽ

Alternative writings: 外方
JLPT:N1
Frequency:
1

The other direction; turning one's face or attention away. Often used in the phrase 'そっぽを向く' meaning to turn away or ignore someone.

NounUsually Kana

Examples

彼は私の質問に対してそっぽを向いた。

He turned away when I asked him a question.

子どもが怒られてそっぽを向いている。

The child is sulking and looking away after being scolded.

話しかけても彼女はそっぽをされた。

I tried to talk to her, but she ignored me / turned away.