Translation guide
Describes a state where the mouth is open, often due to surprise, shock, or being deeply absorbed in something. Japanese uses different expressions depending on the cause and nuance.
To describe someone whose mouth is hanging open because they are astonished, shocked, or dumbfounded.
A common phrase meaning to open one's mouth wide in surprise or amazement. 'あんぐり' is an onomatopoeia for a gaping mouth.
He stood openmouthed at the sight.
Describes a blank, openmouthed expression from surprise or bewilderment. Often used for a dazed look.
She was openmouthed at the sudden news.
Literally 'one's mouth remains open'. A more literal description, less idiomatic than the above.
I was so surprised that I was left openmouthed.
To express being so impressed or awestruck that one's mouth hangs open.
To describe someone sleeping with their mouth open, or being so out of it that their mouth hangs open.
To describe a kiss where the mouth is open, often in a romantic context.
The audience stared openmouthed at the performance.
Maybe he was tired; his mouth was openmouthed.
In the movie's final scene, the main characters shared an openmouthed kiss.