look back

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 顧 is associated with looking back or taking something into consideration; its on-reading is こ, and its kun-reading is かえりみる.
• Basic usage: 顧問 names an advisory role, while 顧みる means to look back on something or consider its effects.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• 顧問 / 顧みる
  • 顧問: This noun refers to an adviser for a club, company, or similar organization. Example: 部活の顧問が練習計画を確認した。
  • 顧みる: This verb can mean either to look back on the past or to consider an effect on others. Example: 周囲への影響を顧みることなく計画を進めてはいけない。