面色

面色 refers to the appearance or expression on someone's face, often used to describe emotions, health, or mood. It can imply how a person looks physically or the emotional state they are in.

The character 面 (miàn) means 'face,' and 色 (sè) means 'color' or 'appearance.' Together, they literally translate to 'face color,' but the term is used more broadly to refer to facial expressions or the overall look of a person’s face.

面色 is commonly used in Chinese to describe someone's physical condition or emotional state. For example, a pale face might indicate illness, while a red face could suggest embarrassment or anger. It is also used in idiomatic expressions and literary contexts to convey deeper meanings about a person's inner state.