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面子
miànzi
Description
“面子”是一个中国文化里很重要的词，意思是别人对你的尊重，还有你的名声。
"面子" is an important word in Chinese culture, meaning the respect others have for you and your reputation.
人们常说“给面子”或者“丢面子”。
People often say "给面子" (give 面子) or "丢面子" (lose 面子).
Meanings
面子miànzi
face; dignity; social reputation
他很爱面子，不想在朋友面前出错。
He cares a lot about his reputation and doesn't want to make mistakes in front of friends.
面子miànzi
outer surface; front side of something
这件衣服的面子很好看。
This piece of clothing looks very good on the outside.
Related words
Notes
- Nuance
爱面子 means caring about reputation; 给面子 means showing someone respect.
- Etymology
面 (face) + 子 (noun suffix).
In videos
“可能他们觉得面子很重要”
“所以关于面子，关于脸的表达特别特别多。”
“那你们会做一些事情让领导有面子吗”
“这个让我们觉得有面子有面子”
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