心こころを奪うばう

expression, godan verb (-u), intransitive verb

be captivated; be fascinated; steal one's heart

Describes being so charmed or absorbed by something or someone that one's attention or affection is completely taken. Often used for beauty, art, or a person's appeal.

• 彼かの女じょの歌うた声ごえに心こころを奪うばわれた。

  I was captivated by her singing voice.

• その絵えの美うつくしさに心こころを奪うばわれて、しばらく動うごけなかった。

  I was so fascinated by the beauty of the painting that I couldn't move for a while.