B1 Proverb رسمي

人不可貌相,海水不可斗量

ren buke maoxiang haishui buke douliang

Don't judge a book by its cover

المعنى

One cannot judge a person's character or abilities by their appearance, just as the sea cannot be measured.

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خلفية ثقافية

The 'dǒu' (斗) is a historical unit of measure, showing the proverb's ancient roots. Used in HR to promote diversity and fair hiring practices. Emphasizes the importance of 'Ren' (benevolence) which is internal, not external. Appreciates the 'unseen' and the 'natural' state of things.

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Focus on the rhythm

The proverb has a beautiful 5-5 rhythm. Practice saying it in two distinct halves.

المعنى

One cannot judge a person's character or abilities by their appearance, just as the sea cannot be measured.

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Focus on the rhythm

The proverb has a beautiful 5-5 rhythm. Practice saying it in two distinct halves.

اختبر نفسك

Complete the idiom.

人不可貌相,海水不可____。

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: 斗量

The idiom specifically uses '斗量' to complete the metaphor.

🎉 النتيجة: /1

بنك التمارين

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Complete the idiom. Fill Blank B1

人不可貌相,海水不可____。

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: 斗量

The idiom specifically uses '斗量' to complete the metaphor.

🎉 النتيجة: /1

الأسئلة الشائعة

1 أسئلة

Yes, but use it carefully. It's better for speeches or advice than daily emails.

عبارات ذات صلة

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以貌取人

contrast

To judge by appearance

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