挑眉
tiāo méi
arch the eyebrows
The Chinese phrase '挑眉' (tiāo méi) is used to describe the action of raising or arching one's eyebrows, often expressing surprise, curiosity, or disdain. In conversation, it can convey a variety of emotions based on the context in which the action is performed.
Example sentences using: 挑眉
她在听到消息时挑眉，显得很惊讶。
tā zài tīng dào xiāoxī shí tiāo méi, xiǎndé hěn jīngyà.
She arched her eyebrows when she heard the news, appearing very surprised.
This phrase describes a reaction of surprise or disbelief when someone hears unexpected news, indicated by the physical action of arching the eyebrows.
他总是挑眉，显示出他的不屑。
tā zǒngshì tiāo méi, xiǎnshì chū tā de bùxiè.
He always arches his eyebrows, showing his disdain.
In this context, the action of arching the eyebrows expresses a feeling of contempt or disapproval towards something or someone.
看到她新买的衣服，朋友们都挑眉赞赏。
kàndào tā xīn mǎi de yīfú, péngyǒumen dōu tiāo méi zànshǎng.
Seeing her new clothes, the friends all arched their eyebrows in appreciation.
In this example, the friends' reaction of arching their eyebrows indicates admiration or approval for the new clothes she bought.