Translation guide
The English phrase "have an eye on" can mean watching or monitoring something, or having one's attention on something with interest or desire. This guide covers natural Japanese ways to express these ideas.
To keep something under observation, often to ensure safety or proper behavior.
To watch over someone or something with care, often used for children or important tasks.
To be interested in acquiring or achieving something, often implying a plan or desire.
To be aiming for or targeting something, often used for opportunities, jobs, or items.
子供たちを遊ばせながら、親は見守っていた。
The parents had an eye on the children while they played.
Literally "not take one's eyes off," meaning to watch continuously and attentively.
Please keep an eye on the small child.
To pay attention to something, often in a more formal or careful context.
Please keep an eye on the temperature during the experiment.
To monitor or surveil, often used in security or technical contexts.
Security cameras have an eye on the parking lot.
He has his eye on that position.
To have one's eye on something, often implying a favorable notice or selection.
She has her eye on that bag.
To be on one's mind or to be curious about something, less direct than actively targeting.
I have my eye on that restaurant.