舌したを巻まく

expression, godan verb (-ku)

be astonished; be amazed; be deeply impressed

Idiomatic expression literally meaning 'to roll one's tongue', used when someone is so impressed or surprised that they are at a loss for words. Often used in the pattern 〜に舌を巻く.

• 彼かれの博はく識しきには舌したを巻まいた。

  I was astonished by his extensive knowledge.

• その料りょう理りの美味おいしさに舌したを巻まく。

  I am amazed at how delicious that dish is.