How to say "Turn" in Japanese

When translating "turn" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 曲がる and 目を向ける. In Japanese, 曲がる (まがる (magaru)) is typically associated with "to turn, to bend" (Syllabus Level: N4) and represents To change direction. 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!