うなずき

Alternative writings: 頷き
Frequency:
1

A nod — the movement of the head indicating agreement, understanding, or affirmation.

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Examples

彼女の話を聞いて、私はただうなずき続けた。

Listening to her story, I just kept nodding.

先生が説明すると、学生たちはうなずきながらメモを取った。

When the teacher explained, the students took notes while nodding.

上司の言葉にうなずきで応えた。

I responded to my boss's words with a nod.

彼の冗談に思わずうなずきが出た。

I found myself nodding at his joke.

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