咧嘴 (liě zuǐ) — to grin

Définition

咧嘴 (liě zuǐ) is a vivid verb for 'to grin' — pulling the mouth open wide, usually from amusement or delight. Stronger and more physical than 微笑, which is a soft, gentle smile.

verb
to grin

Exemples

  • 咧嘴
    Tā tīng dào hǎo xiāo xi hòu rěn bú zhù liě zuǐ.
    He couldn't help grinning after hearing the good news.
  • Nà ge xiǎo hái kāi xīn dì liě zhe zuǐ xiào.
    That child grinned happily.
  • Tā liě kāi zuǐ, lù chū le yì kǒu bái yá.
    He opened his mouth into a grin, revealing a mouthful of white teeth.

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