godan verb (-su), transitive verb
see without obstruction; get an unobstructed view; see through
Physical sense: having a clear line of sight through or across something, often used for landscapes, rooms, or transparent objects.
この丘から町全体を見通すことができる。
From this hill you can see the whole town without obstruction.
霧が晴れて、
The fog cleared and we could see through to the opposite shore.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
see into someone's thoughts; read someone's feelings; see through plans
Figurative: discerning hidden intentions, true feelings, or the real nature of a situation; often implies perceptiveness.
彼女は私の嘘をすぐに見通した。
She saw through my lie immediately.
相手の考えを見通すのは難しい。
It's difficult to read the other person's thoughts.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
Looking ahead to future events or outcomes; often used in business, planning, or when someone has foresight.
彼は景気の回復を見通していた。
He foresaw the economic recovery.
将来を見通して計画を立てる。
Make a plan while anticipating the future.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
watch from start to finish
Watching something continuously from beginning to end; often used for performances, events, or processes.
そのドラマを最初から最後まで見通した。
I watched the drama from start to finish.