口こう角かくを上あげる

expression, ichidan verb

smile; raise the corners of one's mouth

Describes the physical action of lifting the corners of the mouth, often used in instructions for facial exercises, acting, or describing a deliberate smile.

• 写しゃ真しんを撮とるときは、口こう角かくを上あげると自し然ぜんな笑え顔がおになります。

  When taking a photo, raising the corners of your mouth gives a natural smile.

• 彼かの女じょは口こう角かくを上あげて、にっこりと笑わらった。

  She raised the corners of her mouth and smiled brightly.