Chinese
yǎnlǐ
Meaning: in one's eyes; in one's mind
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

情人眼裡出西施。
情人眼里出西施。
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
他眼裡露出輕蔑的目光。
A scornful look appeared in his eyes.
她眼裡噙著淚水,默默地離開了。
Her eyes were filled with tears, and she left silently.

Usage Notes

Refers to how things appear from someone's perspective or within their sight.

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