面对 miànduì to face
to face; to confront
How to remember 面对: 面 face + 对 correct = to face.
Characters
How it is used
- To face or confront, usually taking a challenging or abstract object: 面对困难 (face difficulties), 面对现实 (face reality), 面对压力 (face pressure).
- Used both in speech and writing when talking about dealing with a tough situation.
- Different from 对面 (duìmiàn, 'opposite/across from,' a location word) - easy to mix up the character order.
- Common in motivational and reflective language: 勇敢面对 (bravely face it).
Example sentences
- 试着用积极的态度去面对任何事情。 Shìzhe yòng jījí de tàidù qù miànduì rènhé shìqíng.Try to have a positive attitude about everything.
- 我面对陌生人很不自在。 Wǒ miànduì mòshēngrén hěn búzìzài.I am very ill at ease with strangers.