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脸
liǎn
Description
"脸"是我们头前面的部分，上面有眼睛、鼻子和嘴。
"脸" is the front part of our head, where the eyes, nose, and mouth are located.
这个字也常常用来说一个人的名声或者面子。
This character is also often used to refer to a person's reputation or face.
Meanings
脸liǎn
face, the front of the head
她的脸很漂亮。
Her face is very pretty.
脸liǎn
facial expression, look
他的脸很难看，好像生气了。
His face looks ugly, as if he is angry.
丢脸diūliǎn
reputation, face (dignity)
这样做太丢脸了。
Doing this is very embarrassing.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
脸 uses the 月 (flesh) radical, common in body-part characters.
- Nuance
脸 is the physical face; 面子 means social dignity or reputation.
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