Definition
别看 is a conjunction that introduces a fact which might mislead, then contrasts it with a surprising or opposite truth. It means 'don't be fooled by the fact that…' or 'although it may appear that…'. Use it to set up a clear contrast between appearance and reality.
conjunction
don't be fooled by the fact thatalthough it may appear that
Examples
- 别看，。bié kàn tā niánjì xiǎo, shíjìshàng tā hěn yǒu jīngyàn.Don't be fooled by his young age; he is actually very experienced.
- 别看，。bié kàn zhè dào cài hěn jiǎndān, wèidào què tèbié hǎo.Don't be fooled by how simple this dish looks; the taste is especially good.
- 别看，，。bié kàn zhè fèn gōngzuò kàn qǐlai róngyì, zuò qǐlai hěn nán.Don't be fooled by how easy this job looks; doing it is hard.
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