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March 24, 2026
眳míng(ming2)
The character 眳 (míng) refers to the eye ridge, specifically the space between the eyebrows and the eyelashes. It is not commonly used in everyday language, but may appear in literary contexts or discussions related to anatomy or aesthetics, particularly in descriptions of facial features.
Strokes11Radical目Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine and beauty practices, the area around the eyes is considered important for assessing health and beauty. The concept of facial aesthetics is deeply rooted in Chinese culture, where features like the eye ridge can symbolize youth and vitality.
Memory Tip
Think of 眳 as a 'mingling' of the eye and the brow. The top part resembles the eyebrows, while the bottom part, with the 'eye' radical (目), emphasizes the eye itself. Imagine a face where the eyebrows and eyes are having a friendly chat, highlighting that special space between them.
Meanings of 眳
míng(ming2)
1eye ridge
2space between the eyebrows and the eyelashes
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Memory Mnemonic
Think of 眳 as a 'mingling' of the eye and the brow. The top part resembles the eyebrows, while the bottom part, with the 'eye' radical (目), emphasizes the eye itself. Imagine a face where the eyebrows and eyes are having a friendly chat, highlighting that special space between them.
Usage Notes
This character is quite specialized and not frequently encountered in everyday conversation, so it may not be necessary for all learners. Be cautious of using it in informal contexts where simpler terms might be more appropriate. Remember to pay attention to the tone, as mispronouncing it as 'máng' could lead to confusion.
HSK Study Tips
While 眳 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it shares the eye radical (目) with more common words like 眼睛 (yǎnjing - eye) and 眉毛 (méimáo - eyebrow). Students should focus on recognizing the radical and understanding its context in describing facial features.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine and beauty practices, the area around the eyes is considered important for assessing health and beauty. The concept of facial aesthetics is deeply rooted in Chinese culture, where features like the eye ridge can symbolize youth and vitality.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 眳 with similar-sounding words or characters, such as 明 (míng - bright). Be clear about its specific meaning related to facial anatomy, and don't use it interchangeably with more general terms for eyes or brows.
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Cultural Notes for 眳
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In traditional Chinese medicine and beauty practices, the area around the eyes is considered important for assessing health and beauty. The concept of facial aesthetics is deeply rooted in Chinese culture, where features like the eye ridge can symbolize youth and vitality.
Word Family of 眳
Words Containing This Character1
眳míngspace between the eyebrows and the eyelashes
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 眳
No, 眳 is a more specialized term and is rarely used in everyday conversation.
The correct pronunciation is 'míng' with a rising tone.
Related words include 眼睛 (yǎnjing - eye) and 眉毛 (méimáo - eyebrow), which are more commonly used.
