Definition
面色 is a noun that refers to the appearance of the face, covering both the color or condition of the skin (complexion) and the expression or demeanor shown on the face. It appears in common compounds like 面色红润 (rosy complexion) and 面色如常 (expression as usual).
n.
complexionfacial expression
Examples
- 面色，。Tā miàn sè cāngbái, hǎoxiàng shēngbìng le.He has a pale complexion, as if sick.
- ，面色。Tīng dào zhège huài xiāoxi, tā miàn sè níngzhòng.Upon hearing this bad news, her expression was grave.
- 面色。Chángqī áoyè huì yǐngxiǎng miàn sè.Staying up late over a long period can affect your complexion.
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