面持ち
Meanings
1
Refers to the emotion or state of mind visible on someone's face; a slightly formal, literary word.
He waited for the results with an anxious look on his face.
Judging from his expression, it doesn't seem to be good news.
Usage patterns
- 〈形容詞〉面持ちでwith a [tense/serious/anxious, etc.] expression
He walked onto the stage with a tense expression.
- 面持ちを見せるto show a certain expression on one's face
She showed an anxious expression on her face.
- 面持ちになるto take on a [certain] expression
As he listened to the explanation, his expression turned serious.