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“blink” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinzhǎ yǎn

Example

他对我眨眼一下。tā duì wǒ zhá yǎn yí xià

He blinks at me once.

Illustration for 眨眼 (blink)

How to say “blink” in Chinese

“Blink” in Chinese is 眨眼 (zhǎ yǎn).

A momentary eyelid movement that either keeps the eye comfortable or communicates silently.

Full entry for 眨眼: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 眨眼

他向我眨眼示意。tā xiàng wǒ zhá yǎn shì yì

He winked at me as a signal.

Tips for using 眨眼

  • English speakers often reserve wink for a deliberate signal, but Chinese can use 眨眼 (zhǎyǎn, "blink") for both the natural action and an intentional signal, depending on context.

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