Phrase guide

puppy dog eyes

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A facial expression showing credulous or unsophisticated innocence or naivety.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: plural, plural-only

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Synonyms: puppy eyes

Antonyms: none provided

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Across languages

Translations

7 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: koiranpentuilme — facial expression
  • French: yeux de chien batttu — facial expression
  • French: regard de chien battu — facial expression
  • German: Hundeblick — facial expression
  • Japanese: 子犬の目 (koinu no me) — facial expression
  • Spanish: ojos de cachorro — facial expression
  • Spanish: cara de cordero degollado — facial expression