evil eye in Chinese

evil eye in Chinese is 邪眼, 眼睛.

evil eye in Chinese

邪眼

noun

Pronounced: xié yǎn

A wicked look conveying dislike or envy that in many cultures is believed to be able to cause bad luck or injury; also, the ability to cause bad luck or injury through such a look, supposed to be possessed by some people.

眼睛

noun

Pronounced: yǎn jing

The charm used to ward off the evil eye; a nazar.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "evil eye" in Chinese?

"evil eye" in Chinese is 邪眼, 眼睛.

How do you pronounce 邪眼?

"evil eye" in Chinese is 邪眼, pronounced "xié yǎn".

Are there other ways to say "evil eye" in Chinese?

Yes — Chinese has 2 translations listed for "evil eye": 邪眼, 眼睛.

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