越し (goshi): Across a barrier; over a period

Across a barrier; over a period

N + 越し（に／の）
Notation: N = noun; V dictionary = dictionary-form verb; V stem = the stem before ます; plain clause = plain-form clause; negative stem = the form before ない. Follow the attachment shown above.

Can indicate contact across a barrier or something lasting over a period; distinguish the two senses.

ガラス越しに、工房の作業を見学した。

I watched the workshop activities through the glass.

電話越しに、子供の元気な声が聞こえた。

I heard my child's cheerful voice over the phone.

画面越しでも、彼女の緊張が伝わってきた。

Even through the screen, I could sense her nervousness.

三年越しの計画が、ようやく実現した。

The plan we had pursued for three years finally became a reality.

フェンス越しに、練習中の選手たちを見た。

I watched the athletes training from the other side of the fence.