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March 24, 2026
见面(見面)jiànmiàn(jian4mian4)
见面 (jiànmiàn) means 'to meet' or 'to see each other.' It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, such as arranging a meeting with friends, family, or colleagues. The term emphasizes the act of coming face-to-face with someone.
Frequency#921DifficultyEasy
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, meeting face-to-face is often seen as a sign of respect and importance, especially in business settings. Arranging a meeting is considered a serious commitment.
Memory Tip
Imagine two friends, each holding a giant mirror, reflecting each other's faces. The mirrors symbolize the act of 'meeting' (见) and 'face' (面). You can think of '见' as 'seeing' and '面' as 'face,' helping you remember both the meaning and pronunciation.
Meanings of 见面
jiànmiàn(jian4mian4)
1to meet
2to see each other
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About 见面
见面Simplified
見面Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#921Frequency Rank
次Measure Word
HSK 2.0L3HSK 3.0L3ElementaryTOCFLL1HSKKL1CEFRA1
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Quick Contrast
会面 (huìmiàn) vs 见面 (jiànmiàn): use 会面 for more formal or official meetings, while 见面 is suitable for casual encounters.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine two friends, each holding a giant mirror, reflecting each other's faces. The mirrors symbolize the act of 'meeting' (见) and 'face' (面). You can think of '见' as 'seeing' and '面' as 'face,' helping you remember both the meaning and pronunciation.
Usage Notes
When using 见面, be mindful of the context; it is often used in casual conversations. Common collocations include '见面时间' (meeting time) and '见面地点' (meeting place). Avoid confusing it with '见到' (to see) as they have slightly different implications.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 3 word, 见面 connects with other vocabulary related to social interactions, such as '朋友' (friend) and '约会' (appointment). Focus on using it in sentences to describe when and where you meet someone.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, meeting face-to-face is often seen as a sign of respect and importance, especially in business settings. Arranging a meeting is considered a serious commitment.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 见面 with 见到. For example, saying '我见到我的朋友' (I meet my friend) is incorrect; it should be '我见面我的朋友' instead. Remember to use 见面 for the act of meeting.
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Grammar Patterns of 见面
见面 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
dāng wǒ hé shī sàn yǐ jiǔ de xiōng dì jiàn miàn shí, , wǒ jī dòng dé shuō bù chū.
Words failed me when I met my long - lost brothers.
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我们就在河流会合处的那座桥边见面 吧.
wǒ mén jiù zài hé liú huì hé chǔ de nà zuò qiáo biān jiàn miàn.
Let's meet by that bridge where the rivers marry.
Cultural Notes for 见面
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, meeting face-to-face is often seen as a sign of respect and importance, especially in business settings. Arranging a meeting is considered a serious commitment.
Frequently Asked Questions about 见面
While 见面 usually refers to in-person meetings, it can be used informally for video calls, but it's more common to specify the method.
It is versatile; you can use it in both formal and informal situations, but context matters.
见面 emphasizes the act of meeting face-to-face, while 见到 simply means to see someone.
