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睫毛

jiémáo

English translation of 睫毛

eyelash

The Chinese word '睫毛' refers to the delicate hairs that grow on the edge of a person's eyelids. In Chinese culture, eyelashes are often associated with beauty and expression, and they play a role in both cosmetics and personal grooming, similar to their significance in other cultures. The term can also be used in discussions about eye health and aesthetics.


Example sentences using: 睫毛

她的睫毛很长。

Tā de jiémáo hěn cháng.

English translation of 她的睫毛很长。

Her eyelashes are very long.

This phrase describes the length of a person's eyelashes, suggesting they are longer than usual, which is often considered attractive.

我喜欢涂睫毛膏。

Wǒ xǐhuān tú jiémáo gāo.

English translation of 我喜欢涂睫毛膏。

I like to apply mascara.

In this phrase, the speaker expresses their preference for applying mascara, which enhances the appearance of their eyelashes.

她的睫毛像蝴蝶的翅膀。

Tā de jiémáo xiàng húdié de chìbǎng.

English translation of 她的睫毛像蝴蝶的翅膀。

Her eyelashes are like butterfly wings.

This phrase uses a simile to compare the appearance of the eyelashes to butterfly wings, indicating they are delicate and beautiful.

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