Dictionary🇨🇳 Chinese → 🇺🇸 English
面具
miànjù
Description
面具是戴在脸上的东西，可以改变一个人的样子。它也可以比喻人在表面上的假装。
A 面具 is something worn on the face that can change a person's appearance. It can also metaphorically refer to a person's outward pretense.
Meanings
面具miànjù
A mask worn over the face, especially for disguise or performance.
他戴着面具在跳舞。
He is dancing wearing a mask.
面具miànjù
A false outward appearance hiding someone’s true feelings or identity.
他用笑容做面具。
He uses a smile as a mask.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
面 means “face,” while 具 means “tool” or “object.”
- Nuance
面具 is more formal and metaphorical than the everyday word 口罩, “face mask.”
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