臉 (liǎn) - Face — the front part of the head & also refers to one's facial expression, appearance, or

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臉 · liǎn

Face — the front part of the head including the eyes, nose, mouth, and cheeks;

also refers to one's facial expression, appearance, or prestige.

Face — the front part of the headalso refers to one's facial expression, appearance, or

Usage highlights

FaceFacial featuresFacial expressionTo wash one's faceTo lose faceTo save face

Synonyms

  • 面— face; surface
  • 面孔— face; countenance
  • 面容— facial features; appearance

Antonyms

  • 背— back (as in the opposite side of the face/body)

Usage & contexts

Examples

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

Collocations

  • Face(脸)
  • Facial features(脸部特征)
  • Facial expression(表情)
  • To wash one's face(洗脸)
  • To lose face(丢脸)
  • To save face(保全面子)

Idioms

  • To slap one's own face(打自己脸)
  • Thick face and sturdy skin(脸厚皮实)
  • To have no face to see someone(没脸见人)
  • A face like the peach blossoms(面若桃花)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The concept of 'face' (脸) is central to Chinese social interactions, representing honor, dignity, and social standing.
  • Losing face (丢脸) is considered a serious social embarrassment that can damage relationships and reputation.
  • The character appears in many expressions related to social propriety and personal dignity.

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