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气色

qìsè
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Explicação 气色 in your Level:
At the A1 level, think of '气色' (qìsè) as a way to say someone 'looks good' or 'looks healthy.' It is a noun used to describe the face. You usually use it with simple words like '好' (hǎo - good) or '不' (bù - not). For example, if your friend looks happy and healthy, you can say '你的气色很好' (Nǐ de qìsè hěn hǎo). It is a very polite thing to say to people you know. Just remember it is about the health you see on their face, not just the color of their skin. It is like saying 'You have a healthy glow.'
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At the A2 level, you can start using '气色' (qìsè) to describe more specific states of health. You might notice when someone is tired or sick. You can say '你的气色不太好' (Your complexion isn't very good) to show you are worried about them. You will often see this word paired with '看' (kàn - to look). For example, '看气色，他生病了' (Looking at his complexion, he is sick). It is also used in beauty contexts. If you use a good face cream, your 气色 might become '好' (good). It is a useful word for daily life and basic health conversations.
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At the B1 level, you should understand that '气色' (qìsè) is more than just 'face color.' It is about the 'Qi' (energy) inside the body showing on the outside. You can use it with a wider range of adjectives like '红润' (hóngrùn - rosy/healthy) or '苍白' (cāngbái - pale). You will also hear it in terms of 'recovering.' For instance, '病好以后，他的气色恢复了' (After the illness, his complexion recovered). You can also use it to describe how makeup or clothing makes someone look: '穿这件衣服显气色' (Wearing this clothes makes your complexion look good).
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At the B2 level, you should be able to distinguish '气色' (qìsè) from similar words like '脸色' (liǎnsè) and '神采' (shéncǎi). You understand that 气色 is a holistic reflection of one's physical and mental well-being. You might use it in professional contexts, such as a doctor explaining a patient's progress, or in more descriptive writing. You also recognize the cultural importance of 气色 in Chinese society as a marker of a person's 'living state' (生活状态). You can use it in complex sentences like '尽管工作繁忙，她依然保持着良好的气色' (Despite being busy with work, she still maintains a good complexion).
At the C1 level, you can appreciate the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) roots of '气色' (qìsè). You understand that it is a key part of the '望' (observation) diagnostic method. You can discuss how factors like '气血' (Qi and blood) affect one's 气色. You might use the word metaphorically in literature to describe the 'spirit' or 'vitality' of a community or an era, though its primary use remains biological. You are comfortable using idiomatic expressions related to 气色 and can explain the subtle difference between '气色差' (poor health look) and '脸色难看' (unpleasant expression/angry look).
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At the C2 level, you have a masterly grasp of '气色' (qìsè) and its philosophical implications. You can analyze how the concept of 气色 reflects the Chinese view of the unity of the internal and external (内外合一). You can use the word in high-level academic or literary discussions about health, aesthetics, and social psychology. You understand the historical evolution of the term and how it appears in classical texts to describe the 'aura' of great leaders or the 'complexion' of the virtuous. You can use it with precision to describe the most subtle changes in a person's vitality and state of being.
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气色 em 30 segundos

  • 气色 (qìsè) means complexion or the look of health on a person's face, reflecting their internal vitality.
  • It is commonly used to compliment someone's healthy appearance or to ask about their well-being if they look tired.
  • Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, it represents the outward manifestation of one's 'Qi' and blood flow.
  • Key collocations include '气色很好' (good complexion), '气色差' (poor complexion), and '恢复气色' (to regain health).

The Chinese term 气色 (qìsè) is a profound and multi-layered noun that translates literally to 'air-color' or 'vitality-color.' In English, it is most commonly rendered as complexion, look of health, or spirit. However, it encompasses much more than just the superficial pigment of the skin. It refers to the external manifestation of a person's internal physical health and emotional state. When a Chinese speaker comments on your 气色, they are making a holistic observation about how 'alive' and 'healthy' you appear to be at that very moment.

The Concept of Qi (气)
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), 'Qi' is the vital energy that flows through the body. 'Se' (色) refers to color or appearance. Therefore, 气色 is the outward 'color' of your internal energy. If your Qi is strong and balanced, your 气色 will be 'hongrun' (rosy and moist). If your Qi is weak or stagnant, your 气色 might be 'cangbai' (pale) or 'hui' (greyish).
Social Function
In Chinese social etiquette, commenting on someone's 气色 is a common way to show care and concern. Unlike in some Western cultures where commenting on appearance can be sensitive, telling someone '你最近气色不错' (You've been looking very healthy lately) is a high compliment, suggesting they are living a balanced, successful, and healthy life. Conversely, noting someone's poor 气色 is a polite way to ask if they have been overworking or if they are feeling unwell.

看你最近的气色这么好，一定是有什么喜事吧？

— Looking at your great complexion lately, there must be some happy news, right?

You will encounter this word in clinics, among friends, in beauty advertisements, and even in literature to describe a character's state of mind. It is a bridge between the physical and the spiritual. For instance, after a long vacation, friends might say your 气色 has improved because you are rested. After a period of high stress or illness, people might remark that your 气色 is 'nan kan' (hard to look at/poor). It is one of those essential words that helps you navigate the nuances of Chinese health culture and social interaction.

Using 气色 correctly requires understanding its role as a noun that usually functions as the subject or the object of a description. It is most frequently paired with adjectives like '好' (good), '差' (bad), '红润' (rosy), or '苍白' (pale). Because it refers to a state, it is often used with the verb '看' (to look/see) or '显' (to appear).

Describing Improvement
When someone recovers from an illness or starts living more healthily, we use verbs like '恢复' (recover) or '变' (become). Example: '休息了几天，他的气色恢复了不少' (After resting for a few days, his complexion has recovered quite a bit).
Making Observations
To observe someone's state, you can say '看气色' (Looking at the complexion). This is a common diagnostic phrase. Example: '医生通过看病人的气色来判断病情' (The doctor judges the condition by looking at the patient's complexion).

她今天化了淡妆，显得气色特别精神。

— She put on light makeup today, making her complexion look particularly energetic.

It is important to note that 气色 is rarely used to describe things other than humans. You wouldn't use it for the 'complexion' of a fruit or a landscape. It is deeply tied to the human 'Qi.' In more formal or literary contexts, it can also refer to the 'spirit' or 'atmosphere' of a group or a situation, but this is much less common than its biological/medical usage.

You will hear 气色 in a variety of everyday scenarios, ranging from the very casual to the professional medical setting. Understanding these contexts will help you grasp the cultural weight the word carries.

1. Social Greetings and Small Talk
In China, if you haven't seen someone for a while, commenting on their 气色 is a standard part of the greeting. If they look radiant, you say '你最近气色真好!' (You look great lately!). It implies they are doing well in life, perhaps successful at work or happy in a relationship. If they look tired, you might say '你气色不太好，是不是太累了?' (You don't look well, are you too tired?). This is seen as an expression of empathy and care.
2. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Consultations
When you visit a TCM practitioner, '望' (Looking/Observing) is the first of the four diagnostic methods. The doctor will examine your 气色 to determine the state of your internal organs. A yellow-ish 气色 might suggest spleen issues, while a dull, dark 气色 might indicate kidney deficiency. In this context, the word is a technical term for a diagnostic indicator.
3. Beauty and Skincare Discussions
In the world of beauty and cosmetics, 气色 is the ultimate goal. Skincare products are often marketed with the promise to '提亮气色' (brighten the complexion) or '改善气色' (improve the complexion). Makeup like blush is specifically used to '增加气色' (add color/vitality) to the face, making one look more 'jing shen' (spirited/energetic).

生病之后，他的气色一直没恢复过来，显得很憔悴。

— Since his illness, his complexion hasn't recovered, and he looks very haggard.

While 气色 is a common word, learners often trip up on its specific nuances and its relationship with similar terms. Avoiding these common pitfalls will make your Chinese sound more natural.

Mistake 1: Confusing 气色 with 脸色 (liǎnsè)
This is the most frequent error. While both can mean 'complexion,' 脸色 is more literal (face color) and is often used to describe emotional reactions. For example, '给某人脸色看' (to give someone a look/the cold shoulder). 气色 is about health and vitality; 脸色 is about the immediate look on the face, often influenced by mood. You wouldn't say '他的气色很难看' to mean he looks angry; you'd use 脸色.
Mistake 2: Using it for Non-Humans
Learners sometimes try to use 气色 to describe the 'look' of a sunset or a painting because '色' means color. Remember, 气色 is tied to the concept of 'Qi' (vital energy). Only living beings (primarily humans) have 气色. For objects or scenery, use '色彩' (colors) or '气象' (atmosphere/grandeur).
Mistake 3: Over-relying on '有' (to have)
In English, we say 'She has a good complexion.' In Chinese, while '她有很好的气色' is grammatically possible, it sounds translated. The natural way to say it is '她的气色很好' (Her complexion is very good) or '她气色不错' (She [has] good complexion).

To truly master 气色, you must see how it sits among its 'cousins' in the Chinese language. Each of these words touches on appearance but with a different focus.

脸色 (liǎnsè) vs. 气色
脸色 is literal. It refers to the color and expression of the face. It is often used for emotions (anger, fear, joy). 气色 is deeper; it's about the 'glow' or 'energy' that indicates health. You can have a pale 脸色 because you are scared, but a pale 气色 because you are anemic.
神采 (shéncǎi) vs. 气色
神采 refers to a person's spirit and glow, often in a very positive, shining way (e.g., '神采奕奕' - glowing with spirit). While 气色 can be good or bad, 神采 is almost always positive and refers more to the 'sparkle' in someone's eyes and their overall aura of confidence.
容貌 (róngmào) vs. 气色
容貌 refers to one's physical features and facial appearance (beauty, bone structure). It is static. 气色 is dynamic and changes with health and mood. A beautiful 容貌 can be marred by a poor 气色 if that person is sick.
精神 (jīngshén) vs. 气色
精神 means spirit, energy, or mind. While related to 气色 (good 气色 often means good 精神), 精神 is more about the internal energy and mental state, whereas 气色 is the visible manifestation of that energy on the face.

虽然他年纪大了，但气色依然红润，看起来很有精神。

— Although he is old, his complexion is still rosy, and he looks very energetic.

Curiosidade

In ancient China, 'face readers' believed they could predict a person's death or promotion just by looking at the 'Qi' (colors) floating under the skin of the face.

Guia de pronúncia

UK /tʃiː sɜː/
US /tʃi seɪ/
In Mandarin, both syllables are equally stressed, but the falling tone on 'sè' may make it sound slightly more emphatic.
Rima com
特色 (tèsè) 脸色 (liǎnsè) 景色 (jǐngsè) 角色 (juésè) 本色 (běnsè) 夜色 (yèsè) 肤色 (fūsè) 暮色 (mùsè)
Erros comuns
  • Pronouncing 'qi' as 'kee' or 'kwiee'. It must be a 'ch' sound.
  • Pronouncing 'se' as 'see'. It is closer to 'suh' or 'seh'.
  • Getting the tones wrong: 'qì' (falling) instead of 'qī' (level) - though in this word it is 'qì' (4th tone) and 'sè' (4th tone). Wait, correction: qìsè is 4th + 4th tone.
  • Missing the aspiration in 'q'.
  • Treating it as one syllable.
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Exemplos por nível

1

你的气色很好。

Your complexion is very good.

Subject (你的气色) + Adverb (很) + Adjective (好).

2

他今天气色不怎么样。

His complexion isn't great today.

不怎么样 is a common way to say 'not so good' informally.

3

多喝水气色好。

Drinking more water makes your complexion good.

Conditional logic: Action (多喝水) leads to State (气色好).

4

妈妈的气色很红润。

Mom's complexion is very rosy.

红润 is a specific positive adjective for 气色.

5

你看，他的气色多好！

Look, how good his complexion is!

Use '多' for emphasis in exclamations.

6

我不舒服，气色不好。

I don't feel well, my complexion is not good.

Cause (不舒服) and Effect (气色不好).

7

老师的气色不错。

The teacher's complexion is not bad.

不错 often means 'quite good' in this context.

8

由于睡觉少，他气色差。

Due to lack of sleep, his complexion is poor.

差 (chà) means poor or bad.

1

你最近气色不错，是不是休息得很好？

You look well lately; have you been resting well?

Use '最近' (recently) to describe a change in state.

2

他生病了，气色看起来很苍白。

He is sick; his complexion looks very pale.

苍白 is the standard word for 'pale' in a medical/health sense.

3

运动以后，她的气色变得红润了。

After exercising, her complexion became rosy.

变得 (become) shows a change in state.

4

看你的气色，你应该去医院看看。

Judging by your complexion, you should go to the hospital.

看... (looking at...) is used to introduce an observation.

5

这个颜色的衣服很衬你的气色。

This color of clothing really suits your complexion.

衬 (chèn) means to set off or complement.

6

她化了妆，气色显得好多了。

She put on makeup, and her complexion appears much better.

显得 (xiǎnde) means 'to appear' or 'to look'.

7

医生说，气色好说明身体健康。

The doctor says a good complexion indicates good health.

说明 (shuōmíng) means to explain or indicate.

8

虽然他很忙，但气色一直很好。

Although he is busy, his complexion has always been good.

虽然...但... (Although... but...) structure.

1

经过一段时间的调养，他的气色终于恢复了正常。

After a period of recuperation, his complexion finally returned to normal.

调养 (tiáoyǎng) means to nurse one's health.

2

你今天怎么气色这么难看？是不是昨晚没睡好？

Why do you look so unwell today? Did you not sleep well last night?

难看 here means 'poor' or 'unhealthy' rather than 'ugly'.

3

这种护肤品号称能改善气色，提亮肤色。

This skincare product claims to improve complexion and brighten skin tone.

改善 (gǎishàn) means to improve.

4

老王虽然六十多岁了，但依然气色红润，精神抖擞。

Old Wang is over sixty, but he still has a rosy complexion and is full of energy.

精神抖擞 is an idiom for being full of spirit.

5

长时间对着电脑工作，气色会变得很差。

Working in front of a computer for a long time makes the complexion very poor.

对着 (duìzhe) means facing.

6

看一个人的气色，就能大概知道他的健康状况。

By looking at a person's complexion, one can roughly know their health status.

状况 (zhuàngkuàng) means condition or status.

7

她今天没涂口红，显得气色有些苍白。

She didn't wear lipstick today, making her complexion look a bit pale.

显得...有些... (appears a bit...).

8

心情愉快的人，气色通常都不会太差。

People who are happy usually don't have a very poor complexion.

通常 (tōngcháng) means usually.

1

中医认为，气色是人体内在脏腑功能的反映。

TCM believes that complexion is a reflection of the functioning of internal organs.

脏腑 (zàngfǔ) is a formal term for internal organs.

2

他最近压力太大，气色显得十分委靡。

He's been under too much pressure lately, and his complexion looks very listless.

委靡 (wěimǐ) means listless or dejected.

3

在那场大病之后，他花了一年时间才找回原来的气色。

After that serious illness, it took him a year to regain his original complexion.

找回 (zhǎohuí) means to regain or find back.

4

不管涂多少粉底，也掩盖不了她憔悴的气色。

No matter how much foundation she applies, she can't hide her haggard complexion.

憔悴 (qiáocuì) means haggard or wan.

5

他的气色中透着一股病态，让人十分担心。

There is a sickly look in his complexion that makes people very worried.

透着 (tòuzhe) means to reveal or show through.

6

通过观察患者的气色，医生可以初步判断病情的轻重。

By observing the patient's complexion, the doctor can initially judge the severity of the illness.

初步 (chūbù) means initial.

7

保持充足的睡眠是维持良好气色的关键。

Maintaining sufficient sleep is the key to maintaining a good complexion.

维持 (wéichí) means to maintain.

8

他虽然输了比赛，但气色依然很镇定。

Although he lost the game, his 'spirit' (气色) remained calm.

In this rare context, 气色 refers to composure.

1

这位老艺术家虽然年逾古稀，但依然神采奕奕，气色红润。

Although this old artist is over seventy, he is still glowing with spirit and has a rosy complexion.

年逾古稀 is a literary way to say 'over 70 years old'.

2

长期熬夜会导致气色晦暗，皮肤失去光泽。

Staying up late for a long time will lead to a dull complexion and loss of skin luster.

晦暗 (huì'àn) means dark and gloomy.

3

她那由内而外散发出的好气色，是任何化妆品都无法模拟的。

The good complexion she radiates from within cannot be simulated by any cosmetics.

由内而外 (from the inside out) is a common idiomatic phrase.

4

医生告诫他，如果再不注意休息，气色会进一步恶化。

The doctor warned him that if he doesn't pay attention to rest, his complexion will deteriorate further.

告诫 (gàojiè) means to warn or admonish.

5

从他的气色可以看出，他这段时间一定承受了巨大的心理压力。

From his complexion, one can see that he must have endured immense psychological pressure during this time.

承受 (chéngshòu) means to endure or bear.

6

这种草药有助于调理气血，从而改善气色。

This herb helps to regulate Qi and blood, thereby improving the complexion.

调理 (tiáolǐ) means to nurse or regulate health.

7

他脸上的气色渐渐好转，家人悬着的心也终于放了下来。

The complexion on his face gradually improved, and his family's hanging hearts finally settled.

悬着的心 (hanging heart) is an idiom for being anxious.

8

文学作品常通过描写人物的气色来暗示其命运的转折。

Literary works often suggest a turning point in a character's destiny by describing their complexion.

暗示 (ànshì) means to suggest or imply.

1

望闻问切，‘望’字当头，而察其气色则是望诊中的重中之重。

Among the four diagnostic methods (looking, listening, questioning, pulsing), 'looking' comes first, and observing the complexion is the top priority within it.

重中之重 (the most important of the important).

2

他的气色透着一种超脱尘世的宁静，仿佛外界的纷扰都与他无关。

His complexion revealed a serenity that transcended the world, as if the outside turmoil had nothing to do with him.

超脱尘世 (transcending the mundane world).

3

这种病症在初期往往表现为气色微黄，若不及时干预，后果堪忧。

This condition often manifests as a slightly yellowish complexion in the early stages; if not intervened in time, the consequences are worrying.

堪忧 (kānyōu) means worrying or concerning.

4

他在政坛沉浮多年，那份荣辱不惊的气色早已刻在了骨子里。

Having been in politics for many years, that complexion of being unperturbed by honor or disgrace has long been etched into his bones.

荣辱不惊 (unmoved by honor or disgrace).

5

观察一个国家的市场气色，可以窥见其经济运行的内在逻辑。

By observing the 'complexion' (spirit/atmosphere) of a country's market, one can glimpse the internal logic of its economic operation.

Metaphorical use of 气色 for 'market sentiment'.

6

她那原本枯槁的气色，在重获自由后焕发出了前所未有的光彩。

Her originally withered complexion radiated an unprecedented brilliance after regaining her freedom.

枯槁 (kūgǎo) means withered or shriveled.

7

古代相术认为，通过一个人的气色可以预知其吉凶祸福。

Ancient physiognomy believed that a person's fortune or misfortune could be predicted through their complexion.

吉凶祸福 (good and bad fortune).

8

他的气色中藏着几分阴郁，让人觉得他内心深处隐藏着不为人知的秘密。

There was a hint of gloom hidden in his complexion, making one feel that he had unknown secrets deep in his heart.

阴郁 (yīnyù) means gloomy or melancholy.

Colocações comuns

气色红润
气色苍白
恢复气色
显气色
调理气色
气色晦暗
观察气色
气色俱佳
改善气色
气色难看

Frases Comuns

气色不错

— Looking good; looking healthy. A standard compliment.

老张，你最近气色不错啊！

看气色

— To judge by appearance. Used for health assessments.

看气色，他已经康复了。

没气色

— Looking dull or lacking vitality. Often used when someone isn't wearing makeup.

我不涂口红就显得没气色。

气色好转

— Complexion is improving. Indicates recovery.

吃了几服药，他的气色明显好转。

红润的气色

— A rosy, healthy complexion.

婴儿那红润的气色真讨人喜欢。

健康的气色

— A healthy look.

他满脸都是健康的气色。

病态的气色

— A sickly look.

他的脸上笼罩着一种病态的气色。

精神气色

— One's overall spirit and appearance.

看他的精神气色，不像是个病人。

红光满面

— To have a face glowing with health. (Idiom related to 气色).

爷爷今天红光满面，气色极好。

提亮气色

— To brighten the complexion. (Beauty industry term).

这款面膜能瞬间提亮气色。

Expressões idiomáticas

"红光满面"

— One's face is glowing with health and vigor. Usually used for the elderly.

他虽然八十岁了，依然红光满面。

Informal/Complimentary
"神采奕奕"

— In high spirits; glowing with confidence and vitality.

她今天神采奕奕地出现在大家面前。

Formal/Positive
"垂头丧气"

— Dejected and depressed. (Opposite of having good 气色).

输了球，大家都垂头丧气的。

Neutral
"容光焕发"

— Face glowing with health; radiant with joy.

新娘子容光焕发，美丽动人。

Formal/Positive
"面黄肌瘦"

— Sallow and emaciated. Describes very poor 气色 due to hunger or illness.

那些难民面黄肌瘦，让人心碎。

Literary/Negative
"死气沉沉"

— Lifeless; spiritless. Can describe a person or an environment.

这间屋子布置得死气沉沉的。

Negative
"精神抖擞"

— Full of energy and spirit.

战士们个个精神抖擞地走过主席台。

Positive
"气宇轩昂"

— Having a grand and imposing manner/appearance.

他气宇轩昂，一表人才。

Formal/Positive
"灰头土脸"

— Looking dejected, dusty, or unsuccessful. (Opposite of good 气色).

他灰头土脸地从办公室走出来。

Informal/Negative
"朝气蓬勃"

— Full of youthful vigor.

年轻人就该朝气蓬勃。

Positive

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Substantivos

气色 (qìsè) - complexion
气息 (qìxī) - breath/flavor
气力 (qìlì) - physical strength
色彩 (sècǎi) - color/hue

Verbos

气人 (qìrén) - to annoy
色变 (sèbiàn) - to change color (face)

Adjetivos

气派 (qìpài) - impressive/stylish
色泽 (sèzé) - luster/coloration

Relacionado

元气 (yuánqì) - vital energy
脸色 (liǎnsè) - facial expression
面容 (miànróng) - facial features
体质 (tǐzhì) - constitution
精气神 (jīngqìshén) - spirit/vigor
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Memorize

Mnemônico

Think of 'Qi' as the battery level and 'Se' as the screen brightness. Your 'Qi-Se' is how brightly your internal battery is making you glow.

Associação visual

Imagine a lightbulb inside a frosted glass. The 'Qi' is the electricity, and the 'Se' is the color of the light coming through the glass. A healthy bulb gives a warm, bright glow (good 气色).

Word Web

Health Qi Face Color Vitality TCM Complexion Energy

Desafio

Try to observe three people today and describe their 气色 in Chinese using '好', '差', or '红润'.

Origem da palavra

The term '气色' appears in ancient Chinese texts, notably in medical and physiognomy (face reading) treatises. '气' (Qi) represents the invisible vital force, and '色' (Se) represents the visible manifestation of that force.

Significado original: The outward appearance of one's internal vital energy.

Sino-Tibetan (Chinese)

Contexto cultural

In English, 'complexion' usually just refers to skin quality or color. In Chinese, 气色 implies a deeper connection to health and spirit. Westerners might find it blunt if someone says 'You look pale,' but in Chinese, it's a caring observation.

The 'Huangdi Neijing' discusses 气色 diagnosis extensively.
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