expression, godan verb (-su)
look downwards; lower one's gaze; drop one's eyes
Describes the action of directing one's eyes downward, often due to embarrassment, shyness, or to avoid eye contact.
彼は恥ずかしそうに視線を落とした。
He dropped his eyes as if embarrassed.
先生に注意されて、生徒は視
Scolded by the teacher, the student lowered his gaze.