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Be cautious when using 瞘 in casual conversation, as it can sound overly formal or clinical. It is often used in descriptive writing rather than everyday speech. Common collocations include phrases related to health or appearance, such as '他的眼睛很瞘' (His eyes are very sunken).
Since 瞘 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, focus on related terms that describe physical features or health. Understanding words like 眼睛 (yǎnjing, eyes) and 病 (bìng, illness) can provide valuable context for this character.
Learners often confuse 瞘 with similar-sounding words that describe other eye features, such as 明亮 (míngliàng, bright) or 疲倦 (píjuàn, tired). It's important to remember that 瞘 specifically refers to the appearance of the eyes being sunken, not their brightness or tiredness.
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Etymology of 瞘
eye
Origin
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How to say sunken eyes in Chinese
“sunken eyes” in Chinese is瞘
The character 瞘 (kōu) refers to 'sunken eyes,' a term often used to describe a person's eyes that appear deeply set or hollow, which can indicate fatigue, illness, or aging. It is commonly encountered in medical or descriptive contexts, often conveying a sense of concern about someone's health or emotional state.
When to use 瞘
Be cautious when using 瞘 in casual conversation, as it can sound overly formal or clinical. It is often used in descriptive writing rather than everyday speech. Common collocations include phrases related to health or appearance, such as '他的眼睛很瞘' (His eyes are very sunken).
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 瞘 with similar-sounding words that describe other eye features, such as 明亮 (míngliàng, bright) or 疲倦 (píjuàn, tired). It's important to remember that 瞘 specifically refers to the appearance of the eyes being sunken, not their brightness or tiredness.
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You can say, '他最近很累，眼睛瞘了' (He has been very tired recently, and his eyes have become sunken).
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