顴 (quán) - Cheekbone — refers to the zygomatic bone, the

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Cheekbone — refers to the zygomatic bone, the prominent bone of the cheek.

Cheekbone — refers to the zygomatic bone, the

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CheekboneHigh cheekbonesZygomatic archZygomatic boneProminent cheekbonesCheekbone reduction surgery

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He has high cheekbones (高颧骨).
  • The facial structure shows prominent cheekbones (突出的颧骨).
  • Her cheekbones are very defined (颧骨很分明).

Collocations

  • Cheekbone(颧骨)
  • High cheekbones(高颧骨)
  • Zygomatic arch(颧弓)
  • Zygomatic bone(颧骨)
  • Prominent cheekbones(突出的颧骨)
  • Cheekbone reduction surgery(颧骨整形术)

Idioms

  • High cheekbones and deep-set eyes(颧骨高耸，眼窝深陷)
  • Red at the cheekbones(颧赤)
  • Protruding cheekbones and sunken cheeks(颧突腮削)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In traditional Chinese physiognomy (面相学), cheekbones are believed to indicate personality traits, power, and social status.
  • High cheekbones are often associated with leadership qualities, authority, and sometimes with being strong-willed or domineering.
  • In some interpretations, the shape and prominence of cheekbones are linked to one's middle age fortune and career success.

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