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March 24, 2026
看得见(看得見)kàndéjiàn(kan4de2jian4)
看得见 (kàn de jiàn) means 'to be able to see' or 'visible.' It is often used in contexts where one describes something that can be perceived visually, emphasizing the clarity or presence of an object or scene.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the ability to see clearly can symbolize understanding or insight, often linked to wisdom and clarity of thought in various philosophical teachings.
Memory Tip
Imagine a pair of glasses that help you see clearly. The character 看 (kàn) looks like a person looking through glasses, while 得 (de) indicates capability, and 见 (jiàn) represents sight. Together, they form the idea of something you can clearly see.
Meanings of 看得见
kàndéjiàn(kan4de2jian4)
1can see
2visible
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About 看得见
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看不见 (kàn bù jiàn) means 'to be unable to see' or 'invisible'; use 看得见 when something is visible.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a pair of glasses that help you see clearly. The character 看 (kàn) looks like a person looking through glasses, while 得 (de) indicates capability, and 见 (jiàn) represents sight. Together, they form the idea of something you can clearly see.
Usage Notes
Watch out for the correct tone when pronouncing this phrase, as mispronunciation may lead to confusion. It's generally used in both formal and informal contexts, but remember to use it with a clear subject for better clarity, e.g., '这件事我看得见' (I can see this matter).
HSK Study Tips
Although 看得见 isn't an official HSK word, it combines HSK Level 1 and Level 2 words. Focus on each component: 看 (to see), 得 (to obtain), and 见 (to see) to understand its function in sentences and as a compound phrase.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the ability to see clearly can symbolize understanding or insight, often linked to wisdom and clarity of thought in various philosophical teachings.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 看得见 with just 看 (kàn) alone, which simply means 'to see.' For example, saying '我看这本书' (I see this book) instead of '我看得见这本书' (I can see this book) omits the emphasis on visibility.
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Cultural Notes for 看得见
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the ability to see clearly can symbolize understanding or insight, often linked to wisdom and clarity of thought in various philosophical teachings.
Frequently Asked Questions about 看得见
You can use it like this: '这幅画看得见.' (This painting is visible.)
Yes, it can be used in both contexts, but in formal writing, you might encounter more complex expressions.
The opposite is 看不见 (kàn bù jiàn), meaning 'cannot see' or 'invisible.'
