Chinese

kàntòu
Meaning: to see through; to understand thoroughly
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

他早已看透了商場上的爾虞我詐,決定退隱山林。
他早已看透了商场上的尔虞我诈,决定退隐山林。
He had long seen through the deceptions in the business world and decided to retire to the mountains.
他彷彿看透了我的心思。
He seemed to see through my thoughts.

Usage Notes

Used when someone understands the hidden nature or truth of a person or situation, often implying disillusionment.

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