见面

见面 (jiànmiàn) means 'to meet' in person, typically referring to a face-to-face encounter. It emphasizes physical presence rather than virtual communication or indirect contact.

The character 见 (jiàn) originally meant 'to see' or 'to witness,' while 面 (miàn) means 'face' or 'surface.' Together, they form a compound that literally means 'to see the face,' which conveys the idea of meeting someone in person.

见面 is commonly used in daily conversations when planning to meet someone, such as for a date, business meeting, or casual visit. It can also be used in more formal contexts, like a meeting between officials or colleagues. In Chinese culture, personal meetings are often valued for building trust and relationships.