样子

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Character Breakdown

Understanding 样子 (yàngzi)

样子 primarily refers to the outward appearance or look of a person, object, or situation. It can describe physical looks, facial expressions, or the general manner in which something is presented.

Common Uses

  1. Describing someone's physical or emotional state through their appearance, e.g., "样子" (looks tired).
  2. Commenting on appropriateness or suitability of appearance for occasions, e.g., "样子合适" (appearance not suitable).
  3. Expressing impression or attitude conveyed by someone's behavior or manner, e.g., "样子" (the way of doing something).

Collocations and Patterns

Usage Notes

样子 is versatile and often used in everyday conversation to describe how things or people look or behave. It is more general than (wàimào, appearance) and can include expressions and attitudes. Avoid confusing 样子 with (yàngbǎn), which means 'model' or 'pattern' in a more abstract sense.

Example Sentences

He looks very tired; his appearance is haggard.

This appearance is not very appropriate for attending a formal meeting.

The way you do this moves me deeply.