How to say "Turn" in Japanese

When translating "turn" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between つける and 目を向ける. In Japanese, つける (つける (tsukeru)) is typically associated with "to turn on, to attach" (Syllabus Level: N5) and represents Transitive verb. Often used for turning on electronic devices. On the other hand, 目を向ける (めをむける (me wo mukeru)) maps to "to turn one's eyes to, to pay attention to, to focus on, to consider" (Syllabus Level: N2) and represents An idiomatic expression meaning to direct one's attention, interest, or concern towards something or someone, often something that was previously overlooked or neglected. Implies active consideration.. A literal translation of "turn" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!