Meanings of 眶
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AI Study Notes for 眶
Imagine the character 眶 as a pair of eyes peering out from a 'house' (the radical '目' for eye, resembling an eye). Picture someone looking in surprise, their eyes wide open in their sockets, making it easier to remember the pronunciation 'kuàng' as they are shocked and their eyes pop out!
Learners often confuse 眶 with similar characters like 眼 (yǎn, eye) or 眉 (méi, eyebrow). This term is more technical and formal, typically used in medical contexts rather than daily conversation. Be careful with pronunciation, as misplacing the tone can lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words.
While 眶 is not included in the HSK levels, it connects with basic vocabulary related to anatomy found in HSK 3 and above. Students should focus on recognizing it in medical contexts and understanding how it relates to other body parts, enhancing their vocabulary in health-related discussions.
In traditional Chinese medicine, the eyes are often considered a reflection of internal health. The term 眶 can be associated with practices that emphasize the importance of eye health and its link to overall well-being, highlighting the cultural significance of vision.
Learners often misuse 眶 by using it interchangeably with 眼 (yǎn). For example, saying '我有一个眶痛' instead of '我有一个眼痛' (I have an eye pain) is incorrect. Remember that 眶 specifically refers to the eye socket.
Pronunciation of 眶
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Etymology of 眶
eye
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Grammar Patterns of 眶
眶 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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我眼泪盈____,抬不起头来.
I couldn't look up. My eyes were getting wet.
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Cultural Notes for 眶
In traditional Chinese medicine, the eyes are often considered a reflection of internal health. The term 眶 can be associated with practices that emphasize the importance of eye health and its link to overall well-being, highlighting the cultural significance of vision.
Word Family of 眶
Compound Meaning
What does 眼眶 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 眶
It is pronounced as 'kuàng', with a falling tone.