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[た(立)·ち·ぎ(聞)·き]
tachigiki
noun, suru verb

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[たち(立)·ぎ(聞)·き]
tachigiki
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English Meaning(s) for 立ち聞き

noun, suru verb
  1. eavesdropping
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Definition and Synonyms for 立ち聞き

Listen In listen without the speaker's knowledge
Synonyms: 盗み聞き, 立ち聞き, 立ち聞く

Meanings for each kanji in 立ち聞き

» stand up; rise; set up; erect
» hear; ask; listen

Categories 立ち聞き is a member of

Listen hear with intention
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Sample Sentences for 立ち聞き

They were afraid of being overheard.
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I didn't mean to eavesdrop on your talk.
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They feared being overheard.
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I didn't mean to eavesdrop on your talk.
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I didn't mean to eavesdrop on your conversation.
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