See meanings in Chinese

看见

Example:

I can see the mountains from my window.

我从窗户可以看见山。

Did you see that movie last night?

你昨晚看见那部电影了吗？

Usage: informalContext: Used when talking about visual perception.

Note: This is the most common meaning, referring to the ability to visually perceive something.

见面

Example:

Let's see each other tomorrow.

我们明天见面吧。

I want to see you again soon.

我想尽快再见到你。

Usage: informalContext: Used when referring to meeting someone in person.

Note: This meaning emphasizes the action of meeting someone rather than just seeing them.

理解

Example:

I see what you mean.

我理解你的意思。

Do you see my point?

你明白我的观点吗？

Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in discussions or conversations to indicate understanding.

Note: This usage conveys comprehension rather than visual perception.

考察

Example:

We need to see the situation carefully.

我们需要仔细考察这个情况。

I will see how things go.

我会考察一下情况。

Usage: formalContext: Used in analytical or evaluative contexts.

Note: This meaning refers to examining or evaluating a situation.

看护

Example:

Can you see the baby while I cook?

我做饭的时候你能看护一下宝宝吗？

She sees her elderly parents every weekend.

她每个周末都会看护她的老年父母。

Usage: informalContext: Used when referring to taking care of someone.

Note: This meaning emphasizes the aspect of supervision or care.

Watch

To observe or look at something attentively.

Example: I like to watch movies on weekends.

Note: While 'see' generally refers to the act of perceiving with the eyes, 'watch' implies a more focused and deliberate observation.

Observe

To watch carefully and attentively.

Example: Scientists observe the behavior of animals in their natural habitat.

Note: Similar to 'watch,' 'observe' suggests a more intentional and detailed examination of something.

Behold

To see or observe something impressive or remarkable.

Example: Behold the beauty of the sunset!

Note: While 'see' is a general term for perceiving with the eyes, 'behold' often conveys a sense of wonder or amazement.

View

To look at something from a particular perspective or vantage point.

Example: We climbed to the top of the hill to get a better view of the city.

Note: Unlike 'see,' 'view' emphasizes the act of looking at something from a specific angle or position.

See eye to eye

To agree or have the same opinion as someone else.

Example: They finally saw eye to eye on the project's direction.

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See the light

To understand or gain insight into something previously unclear.

Example: After the explanation, he finally saw the light and understood the concept.

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Wait and see

To postpone judgment or decision until a later time.

Example: I'm not sure how it will turn out, so I'll just have to wait and see.

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See the big picture

To consider the overall perspective or full context of a situation.

Example: It's important to see the big picture before making a decision.

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See red

To become extremely angry or enraged.

Example: Whenever someone insults him, he sees red and loses his temper.

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See the forest for the trees

To be unable to see the overall situation clearly because of a focus on small details.

Example: She gets so caught up in details that she often can't see the forest for the trees.

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See the writing on the wall

To realize or anticipate something negative is going to happen.

Example: After the company's recent losses, it's clear that layoffs are coming; we can see the writing on the wall.

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See ya

Casual way to say goodbye, short for 'see you.'

Example: I'll see ya later!

Note: Informal and used between friends or acquaintances.

See what's up

Inquire about someone's well-being or current situation.

Example: Hey, just checking in to see what's up with you.

Note: More casual and colloquial than 'How are you?'

See the sights

Tourist phrase meaning to visit or explore various attractions or places.

Example: When you visit Paris, make sure to see all the sights like the Eiffel Tower.

Note: Emphasizes experiencing or witnessing specific places or landmarks.

See for yourself

Encouraging someone to personally verify or witness something.

Example: Don't believe me? Go and see for yourself.

Note: Stresses the importance of firsthand observation.

See things differently

To have a new perspective or outlook on something.

Example: After traveling, I started to see things differently and appreciate other cultures.

Note: Implies a shift in perception or understanding.

See to it

Take responsibility for ensuring that something is done.

Example: I'll see to it that the project is completed on time.

Note: Conveys a sense of personal commitment or duty.

See through someone

To recognize when someone is being deceitful or insincere.

Example: I can see through his lies; he's not being honest.

Note: Implies detecting falsehoods or seeing beyond surface appearances.

I see a beautiful sunset.

我看到一个美丽的日落。

Can you see the bird in the tree?

你能看到树上的鸟吗？

She saw her reflection in the mirror.

她在镜子里看到了自己的倒影。

We will see each other tomorrow.

我们明天会见面。

See - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)

Lemma: see

Conjugations

Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): saw

Verb, past participle (Verb, past participle): seen

Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): seeing

Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): sees

Verb, base form (Verb, base form): see

Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): see

Syllabification and Stress

See Contains 1 syllables: see

Phonetic transcription: ˈsē

see , ˈsē (The red syllable is stressed)

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