面子

面子 miàn zi ㄇㄧㄢˋ ˙ㄗ min6 zi2 HSK 5 高階級 · Level 4

  • outer surface; the outside of sth
  • social prestige; face

面子麵子 miàn zi ㄇㄧㄢˋ ˙ㄗ min6 zi2

  • (medicinal) powder

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 面 (1 of 2) — stroke by stroke.

Draw each stroke of the character in order using your mouse or finger. A hint appears after three misses.

Character breakdown

Example sentences

  • 你就是要面子。 You're only saving face!
  • 她設法保住面子。 She managed to keep up appearances.

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