JLPT N1

~と見るや(とみるや)

at the sight of; upon seeing; as soon as

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Structure / Usage

Verb (dictionary form) + と見るや

Example Sentences

先生の姿を見るや、子供たちは静かになった。
At the sight of the teacher, the children became quiet.
チャンスが来たと見るや、彼はすぐ行動した。
As soon as he saw the chance, he acted immediately.