How common is 睙 in modern Chinese?

睙 is a relatively rare character in contemporary usage, primarily found in classical literature and formal writing rather than everyday conversation.

What is the main meaning of 睙?

The character primarily means to look askance or cast a sidelong glance, often with connotations of suspicion, disdain, or careful observation rather than direct eye contact.

Is 睙 suitable for given names?

While possible, 睙 is uncommon in modern names due to its specific meaning of sidelong glancing. It might be chosen for literary or artistic names seeking unusual classical characters.

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睙 · liè

To look askance;

to cast a sidelong glance;

to look at with disdain or suspicion.

To look askanceto cast a sidelong glanceto look at with disdain or suspicion.

Usage highlights

To glance sidewaysTo cast a sidelong lookTo look askanceTo view with suspicionDisdainful glanceSideways glance

Synonyms

瞥— to glance, to glimpse
睨— to look askance, to squint
斜视— to look sideways, strabismus

Antonyms

正视— to look straight at, to face directly
直视— to look directly, straightforward gaze

Usage & contexts

Examples

He cast a sidelong glance (睙了一眼) at the newcomer.
She looked at him disdainfully (睙视着他).
The official glanced sideways (睙视) at the petitioner.

Collocations

To glance sideways(睙视)
To cast a sidelong look(睙了一眼)
To look askance(睙目)
To view with suspicion(睙睨)
Disdainful glance(睙视的目光)
Sideways glance(睙目而视)

Idioms

To look askance with disdain(睙睨一切)
Glancing sideways contemptuously(睙目而视)

Cultural background

FAQ

This character describes a specific type of gaze often associated with suspicion, disdain, or careful observation.
In classical literature, such glances might indicate hidden motives, social judgment, or emotional distance between characters.
The character is relatively rare in modern usage but appears in classical texts and formal writing.

睙 (liè) - To look askance & to cast a sidelong glance