窅 (yǎo) - deep and hollow (of eyes) & profound

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yǎo ｜ 10 strokes ｜ radical:

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窅 · yǎo

deep and hollow (of eyes);

profound;

deep-set eyes;

far-reaching gaze.

deep and hollow (of eyes)profounddeep-set eyes

Usage highlights

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Synonyms

  • 深— deep (in a general sense)
  • 幽— deep, serene, secluded
  • 邃— profound, abstruse

Antonyms

  • 浅— shallow, superficial
  • 明— bright, clear

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • Her eyes were deep and hollow (窅然).
  • He gazed into the distance with profound eyes (窅目).
  • The cave appeared dark and deep (窅黑).
  • She had a far-reaching, thoughtful look (窅眇).

Collocations

  • deep and hollow eyes(窅目)
  • profound gaze(窅然)
  • dark and deep(窅黑)
  • far-reaching and subtle(窅眇)
  • deep and serene(窅窅)
  • profound and mysterious(窅冥)

Idioms

  • Gazing profoundly into the distance(窅然远望)
  • Dark and obscure, hard to discern(窅窅冥冥)
  • Deep and serene, tranquil and remote(窅窅静静)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Often used in classical Chinese literature to describe deep, thoughtful eyes or a profound gaze.
  • Associated with introspection, depth of thought, and a serene, contemplative state.
  • In naming, it can convey a sense of depth, mystery, or profound insight.

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