Definition
笑眯眯 is an ABB reduplicated form used as an adverb (or predicate with 的) that describes a bright, cheerful smile where the eyes narrow into slits. It often accompanies verbs like 说 (say), 看 (look), or 笑 (laugh) to paint a vivid picture of someone smiling warmly. Unlike the plain 微笑 (to smile), 笑眯眯 emphasizes the crinkled eyes and a sense of genuine happiness.
adv.
smilinglywith a cheerful smile (with eyes narrowed in a smile)
Examples
- 笑眯眯，。Tā xiào mī de jiē guò lǐwù, lián shēng shuō xièxie.She took the gift with a smile and said thank you repeatedly.
- 笑眯眯。Lǎorén xiào mī de kànzhe háizimen zài yuànzi lǐ wánshuǎ.The old man watched the children playing in the yard with a smile.
- 笑眯眯。Nà wèi lǎoshī xiào mī de biǎoyáng le měi ge xuéshēng.That teacher praised every student with a smile.
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