矈 (mián) - To look at intently & to gaze with concentration

矈Tone 2

mián ｜ 19 strokes ｜ radical:

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矈 · mián

To look at intently;

to gaze with concentration;

to scrutinize.

To look at intentlyto gaze with concentrationto scrutinize.

Usage highlights

To gaze intentlyTo scrutinize carefullyTo look at fixedlyTo examine closelyTo peer intoTo observe with concentration

Synonyms

  • 看— to look
  • 视— to look at
  • 观— to observe
  • 察— to inspect

Antonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He gazed intently at the ancient text (矈视).
  • The teacher scrutinized the student's work (矈察).
  • She fixed her eyes on the distant mountain (矈望).

Collocations

  • To gaze intently(矈视)
  • To scrutinize carefully(矈察)
  • To look at fixedly(矈望)
  • To examine closely(矈究)
  • To peer into(矈探)
  • To observe with concentration(矈观)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • A rare character in modern usage, primarily found in classical or literary contexts.
  • Associated with the act of deep observation or study, reflecting a value placed on careful examination.

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