外形

wài xíng

CL 个 gè 种 zhǒng

HSK 3.0 Level 5 Noun Uncommon

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Definitions

1. figure
2. shape
3. external form
4. contour

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Word relationships

Antonyms

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• 内部 nèi bù 内部 nèi bù interior 内部 means internal or inside, opposite of external form.: interior

Synonyms

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• 形状 xíng zhuàng 形状 xíng zhuàng form; shape Both mean shape or form, but 外形 is more about external appearance, while 形状 is more general.: form; shape
• 外观 wài guān 外观 wài guān outward appearance 外观 also means external appearance, often interchangeable.: outward appearance

Usage notes

Collocations

外形 is often used with 设计 (design) or 美观 (aesthetic), e.g., 外形设计 (exterior design).

Common mistakes

Don't confuse 外形 (external form) with 形状 (shape in general). 外形 refers specifically to the outer contour.

Example Sentences

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这辆汽车的 外形 很时尚。

The exterior of this car is very stylish.

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Child Words of 外形

• 外 外 wài: outside
• 形 形 xíng: to appear