
Definitions
n. A person's appearance or manner, especially showing mood or character.
仪态;神情
Example
Her cheerful mien brightened the room as she entered.
她走进来时,愉快的神情让整个房间都明朗起来。
Despite his stern mien, the headteacher encouraged students to discuss their concerns openly and without fear.
尽管校长神情严肃,他仍鼓励学生无所畏惧地坦诚讨论自己的顾虑。
Collocations
- a serious mien
- a cheerful mien
- a dignified mien
Synonyms
- demeanour
- bearing
Usage tip
正式或文学用词;与mean同音,指神情或仪态。
FAQ
- What does mien mean?
- A person's appearance or manner, especially showing mood or character.
- How is mien pronounced?
- UK /miːn/, US /miːn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.