Chinese · Body & Health

眼睛

yǎnjing

Eye

Beginnernoun

Definition

The part of the body used for seeing.

Example

她的眼睛很大很亮。

Her eyes are big and bright.

Etymology

The character '眼睛' (yǎnjing), composed of '眼' (yǎn, meaning 'eye') and '睛' (jīng, meaning 'pupil'), reflects a comprehensive understanding of vision in Chinese culture.

How & Where It’s Used

'眼睛' is widely used in both informal and formal discussions concerning health and anatomy, prevalent across regional contexts.

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