当面

dāng miàn

HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 6 Adverb Uncommon

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Definitions

1. to sb's face
2. in sb's presence

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Word relationships

Antonyms

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• 背后 bèi hòu 背后 bèi hòu behind 与'当面'相反，指不在当事人面前: behind

Related words

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• 直接 zhí jiē 直接 zhí jiē direct (opposite: indirect 間接|间接[jiàn jiē]) 当面的行为通常也是直接的，但'直接'不强调在场: direct (opposite: indirect 間接|间接[jiàn jiē])

Usage notes

Common mistakes

Used with 说 (say) or 谈 (talk) to emphasize face-to-face communication; not used with actions like 看 or 听.

Formality

Neutral to slightly formal; appropriate in business or personal settings when emphasizing in-person confrontation.

Example Sentences

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这件事最好 当面 说清楚。

It's best to talk about this matter clearly face to face.

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Words Containing 当面

• 当面锣，对面鼓 当面锣，对面鼓 dāng miàn luó , duì miàn gǔ: lit. gong facing gong, drum opposite drum (idiom)

Child Words of 当面

• 当 当 dāng: (onom.) dong
• 当 当 dàng: at or in the very same...
• 面 面 miàn: face