面对
miànduìTraditional: 面对
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Translation
to face, to confront
Word origin
A compound of 面 meaning face and 对 meaning towards, together to turn the face towards. It means to face or confront.
- Origin
- compound
- Root
- 面 (miàn, face) + 对 (duì, towards)
Stroke order
面
对
Examples
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We must face reality.
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He bravely confronts difficulties.
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Facing failure, she did not give up.
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The two sit facing each other.
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The company is facing great pressure.
面对 (miànduì) means to face, to confront. It suits both physical facing and confronting problems.
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