khổ mặt
Definition
Noun: * Facial shape/structure: The overall shape, structure, or proportions of a person's face, often described in terms of its length, width, and general form (e.g., oval, round, square, long). It refers to the inherent bone structure and form, not temporary expressions.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Cô ấy có khổ mặt trái xoan rất đẹp. (She has a very beautiful oval facial shape.)
- Anh ấy sở hữu một khổ mặt vuông chữ điền. (He possesses a square, characteristically strong face shape.)
- Khổ mặt của đứa trẻ rất giống bố. (The child's facial structure strongly resembles his father's.)
Advanced Usage
- "Có khổ mặt": To have a (certain type of) face shape.
- Cô ấy có khổ mặt rất phúc hậu. (She has a face shape that looks kind and virtuous.)
- The term "khổ mặt" is often used in descriptive contexts, such as in literature, character descriptions, or when discussing physiognomy and first impressions. It is more specific than the general word for "face" (), focusing on the permanent structural form.
Variants and Related Words
- Khuôn mặt (Noun): Face, countenance. This is a more common and general synonym for "face," which can include both the shape and the features/expression. "Khổ mặt" is sometimes considered a variant of , but with a stronger emphasis on the structural shape.
- Gương mặt (Noun): Face, visage. Similar to , often used in more literary or emotional contexts.
- Hình dáng khuôn mặt (Noun Phrase): Facial shape/form. A more explicit, descriptive phrase with the same meaning as "khổ mặt".
Synonyms
- Hình dáng khuôn mặt: Facial shape/form.
- Cấu trúc khuôn mặt: Facial structure.
Related Idioms/Phrases
- Khổ người khổ mặt: (Lit. body shape and facial shape). Used to describe someone's overall physical build and facial structure.
- Nhìn khổ người khổ mặt là biết anh ta làm nghề lao động chân tay. (Looking at his build and facial structure, you can tell he does manual labor.)