B1 Proverb رسمی

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

معنی

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

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زمینه فرهنگی

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.

معنی

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.

خودت رو بسنج

Complete the idiom.

人不可貌相,海水不可____。

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: 斗量

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

🎉 امتیاز: /1

بانک تمرین

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Complete the idiom. جای خالی B1

人不可貌相,海水不可____。

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: 斗量

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

🎉 امتیاز: /1

سوالات متداول

1 سوال

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

عبارات مرتبط

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以貌取人

contrast

To judge by appearance

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