脸 (liǎn) - Face — the front part of the head & facial expression

脸Tone 3

liǎn ｜ 11 strokes ｜ radical:

俊梁

脸 · liǎn

Face — the front part of the head from the forehead to the chin;

facial expression;

reputation, prestige.

Face — the front part of the headfacial expressionreputation, prestige.

Usage highlights

FaceFacial featuresFacial expressionWash faceLose faceSave face

Synonyms

  • 面— face, surface (more formal/literary)
  • 面孔— face, countenance
  • 面目— face, appearance, aspect

Antonyms

  • 背— back (as in back of the body)
  • 后— rear, behind

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • She has a beautiful face (漂亮的脸).
  • He washed his face (洗脸).
  • Don't lose face (不要丢脸).
  • She made a funny face (做了一个鬼脸).

Collocations

  • Face(脸)
  • Facial features(脸蛋)
  • Facial expression(脸色)
  • Wash face(洗脸)
  • Lose face(丢脸)
  • Save face(保全面子)

Idioms

  • Thick-skinned and shameless(死皮赖脸)
  • Put on a straight face(板着脸)
  • A smiling face hides a knife(笑里藏刀)
  • Face like peach blossoms, willows for eyebrows(面如桃花，眉如柳叶)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In Chinese culture, 'face' (脸) represents social standing, reputation, and dignity.
  • The concept of 'losing face' (丢脸) is a significant social concern involving shame and humiliation.
  • Facial appearance and complexion are traditionally associated with health and fortune.

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