改观 gǎiguān change of appearance
change of appearance; to revise one's point of view
How to remember 改观: 改 alter + 观 observe = change of appearance.
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How it is used
- A marked change in overall appearance or state - 城市面貌大为改观 (chéngshì miànmào dàwéi gǎiguān) the city's look has changed dramatically.
- About the whole picture visibly transforming, usually for the better.