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to turn
01
to rotate something so that it is facing a different direction or is in a different position
1.1
曲がる
to fold or unfold something, particularly a fabric
例
I'll turn the cuffs of the sleeves for a neater look.
He turned the brim of his hat to shield his eyes from the sun.
1.2
曲がる
(with reference to a book, magazine, etc.) to move a page so that one can read or look at its other side
例
She carefully turned the page of her favorite novel.
He absentmindedly turned the pages of the old photo album.
1.3
紡糸
to move in a circular direction around a fixed line or point
例
The windmill's sails started to turn as the breeze picked up.
As she cranked the handle, the music box's tiny dancer began to turn.
The fan blades above our heads began turning, providing a welcome breeze.
02
頭や体の向きを変える
to rotate or shift our body to face a different direction
2.1
曲がる
(with reference to one's ankle) to twist suddenly, particularly in a way that causes a sprain
例
She accidentally turned her ankle while running on the uneven pavement.
She turned her ankle during dance practice and had to sit out the performance.
While hiking, he turned his ankle on a hidden tree root.
He turned his ankle playing basketball, and it swelled up quickly.
2.2
曲がる
to change the direction or orientation of a body part so that it faces a different way
例
She turned her face to the window to see outside.
I turned my back to the wind to shield myself from the cold.
He turned his chin up to face the rain with a smile.
2.3
曲がる
to perform a movement that involves moving one's body in a circle
例
During recess, they often turn somersaults on the playground.
The acrobat's specialty is to turn aerial twists in the circus.
The children in the park love to turn cartwheels on the grass.
She likes to turn flips in the gymnastics class.
They practiced how to turn backflips at the cheerleading practice.
03
曲がる
to shift or redirect one's course or path to face a different direction or follow a new route
3.1
曲がる
(of the tide) to change its direction or flow from either incoming to outgoing or vice versa
3.2
曲がる
to change the direction of something's movement by rotating or steering it
3.3
曲がる
(of roads, paths, or rivers) to change direction by bending or curving in a particular way
04
曲がる
(of one's attention or interest) to shift or focus on a particular subject, matter, or idea
4.1
曲がる
to direct one's attention or interest toward something or away from it
05
曲がる
to reach a certain age
5.1
曲がる
to reach or pass a particular moment or hour, denoting a specific point in time
06
曲がる
to change or transform from one state or condition to another
6.1
曲がる
(with reference to milk) to cause to become sour or spoiled
例
The tide will turn soon, so we should move our towels back.
Fishermen often pay close attention to when the tide will turn, as it can affect their catch.
The lifeguard told us not to swim when the tide is about to turn.
6.2
曲がる
(of foliage) to transition from one color to another, often due to seasonal changes
例
I turned the car smoothly into the parking space at the mall.
She turned the bicycle sharply to avoid the pothole.
Turning the car onto the highway, we began our road trip.
To park the boat properly, they needed to turn it parallel to the dock.
6.3
曲がる
(of milk) to become sour or spoiled
例
The river turns southward just before it reaches the valley.
The path turns gradually as it winds its way up the mountain.
The hiking trail turns sharply to the right, leading us deeper into the forest.
As we approached the coast, the road began to turn and follow the shoreline.
6.4
曲がる
to make someone or something change into a particular state or condition
6.5
曲がる
to undergo a change in state or form
6.6
曲がる
to experience a loss of mental balance, resulting in irrational or disoriented behavior
07
曲がる
to carefully pour or transfer the contents from an upside-down container into another surface or container
08
曲がる
to skillfully and artistically shape or craft something, like a tune, sentence, or remark, to give it an elegant and graceful form
09
曲がる
to shape or mold an object or material by bending or manipulating it
9.1
曲がる
to carve or shape wood or metal using a particular tool or machine called lathe
例
The warm weather can quickly turn the milk.
Rapid temperature changes can cause milk to turn sour.
Be careful not to turn the milk by exposing it to high temperatures.
Leaving the milk out of the fridge too long can turn it sour.
The bacteria in the milk can turn it sour if not stored properly.
9.2
曲がる
to break up the soil in order to prepare it for planting crops, particularly with a plow
例
The trees by the lake turn golden in autumn.
Foliage turns brown in winter.
The trees turn colorful in the fall.
In the fall, the leaves turn vibrant shades of red and orange.
9.3
曲がる
to intentionally bend back the edge of a blade to make it blunt and less sharp
例
The milk turned sour after just a few hours without refrigeration.
The expired milk in the fridge has turned and shouldn't be consumed.
The milk in the fridge turned bad after a week.
The power outage made the refrigerator stop working, and the milk turned.
9.4
曲がる
to bend or curve due to pressure or force
例
The stormy weather turned the sea a turbulent gray.
The constant rain turned the roads slippery and dangerous.
The unexpected betrayal had turned her trust wary.
10
曲がる
to successfully achieve or accomplish a task or goal
11
曲がる
to cause someone or something to leave where they are or be placed in a particular condition
11.1
曲がる
to make someone or a group move away or retreat
12
曲がる
(of merchandise) to be bought or sold, often within a commercial or retail setting
12.1
曲がる
to sell, exchange, or dispose of items, typically goods or stock, particularly to create space for new items or generate revenue
例
The craftsman turned intricate designs into the chair legs.
He turned a beautiful wooden bowl on the lathe.
She turned the table legs to perfection.
The woodworking class learned how to turn various shapes and patterns on the lathe.
13
曲がる
to cause a change in the course of a competition or war, resulting in a different person, team, or side beginning to win or gain an advantage
13.1
曲がる
(of a war, competition, etc.) to change in its course or development, causing a different person, team, or side to gain the upper hand and start winning
13.2
曲がる
to move around or bypass a defensive line or position to attack it from a different direction
14
曲がる
to exchange, convert, or alter the functioning of something
Turn
01
ターン
the time when someone has the opportunity, obligation, or right to do a certain thing that everyone in a group does one after the other
02
ターン
the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course
03
道路の曲がり角
a place in a road, river, etc. where it bends
04
ターン
an unforeseen development
05
ターン
the act of turning away or in the opposite direction
06
ターン
turning or twisting around (in place)
07
ターン
a movement in a new direction
08
ターン
taking a short walk out and back
09
ターン
a favor for someone
10
ターン
a specific performance or act, particularly on stage in theater or entertainment settings
What is a "turn"?
A turn is a specific performance, moment, or segment within a show, often featuring a distinct act or scene presented by a performer or group. It contributes to the overall production by showcasing the talents of the performers and advancing the storyline or theme of the event. Each turn involves a deliberate presentation or display designed to engage the audience and enhance the entertainment value of the performance.
11
ターン
the opportunity in which player or a team gets to play offense
12
ターン
a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)
13
ターン
the third round of betting in which the dealer reveals an additional community card face-up on the table after the Flop
14
a transitional phase that marks the end of one era and the beginning of another
例
The scientist turned the microscope toward the specimen.
He turned the bicycle handlebars to the right.
I turned the chair to its side to fit it through the narrow doorway.
The rain turned the dirt path into mud.
The evening sky turned soft Alice blue cast.
