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點頭
diǎntóu
Description
「點頭」是指把頭往下動一下，表示同意、答應或打招呼。
"點頭" means to move the head down slightly to show agreement, consent, or greeting.
聽到別人說話時，我們常常點頭表示我們在聽。
When listening to others speak, we often 點頭 to show we are paying attention.
Meanings
點頭diǎntóu
to nod one's head
他點頭表示同意。
He nodded to show agreement.
點頭diǎntóu
to nod as agreement or approval
老闆點頭以後，我們就開始工作。
After the boss nodded, we started working.
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Notes
- Etymology
點 (to tap/touch lightly) + 頭 (head), literally 'to tap the head down'.
- Nuance
opposite of 搖頭 (shake head, meaning no or disagreement).
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