How to Say
How to Write
mèi
Radical: 女 12 strokes
Meaning: to flatter
💡 Imagine a woman raising her eyebrows (眉) to flatter (媚) someone.
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📚 Character Story & Explanation

媚 (mèi) meaning in English —

媚 (mèi) combines the radical 女 (woman) with 眉 (eyebrow), suggesting facial expression used to flatter or charm. It often implies ingratiating behavior, like smiling to gain favor. In Chinese culture, 媚 can be neutral (charming) or negative (obsequious). Unlike Western 'flattery' which may be verbal, 媚 emphasizes physical allure or sycophantic demeanor.

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