Definition
笑意 refers to a subtle, often visible expression of amusement or happiness, like a smile or a glint in the eyes. It's not a 'mood' but rather the outward sign of amusement — the curve of the mouth or the sparkle in the eyes. You'll find it in literary or descriptive writing, often paired with 脸上 (on the face) or 眼神 (in the eyes).
n.
smileexpression of amusement or happiness
Examples
- 笑意，。Tā liǎn shàng dài zhe xiào yì, kàn qǐlái xīnqíng búcuò.He had a smile on his face and looked in a good mood.
- 笑意。Tā de yǎnshén lǐ cáng zhe yì sī jiǎoxiá de xiào yì.There was a hint of mischievous amusement hidden in her eyes.
- ，笑意。Tīng dào zhège xiàohuà, tā zuǐjiǎo bùjīn fàn qǐ le xiào yì.Hearing this joke, she couldn't help the smile that crept across her lips.
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