Definition
满脸 is a set phrase meaning 'one's entire face' — it describes a facial expression or physical state covering the whole face. You place it before a verb or adjective to show that someone's face is filled with emotion (笑容、泪水) or a color (通红、苍白). It's not a standalone noun but an adverbial modifier; you cannot say '我的满脸' — instead use '我满脸是汗' or '他满脸笑容'.
p.w.
one's whole face (covered with or showing a certain expression or state)
Examples
- 满脸。Tā xiào de mǎn liǎn tōnghóng.She laughed so hard her whole face turned red.
- 满脸，。Tā mǎn liǎn shì hàn, kàn qǐlai hěn lèi.His face was covered in sweat, and he looked very tired.
- ，满脸。Tīng dào zhège xiāoxi, tā mǎn liǎn jīngyà.Upon hearing this news, his face was full of surprise.
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