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点头

diǎn tóu

HSK 4

Meaning

  • to nod

Definition

表示同意或认可的动作，头部轻轻向下点动。

To nod; to make a slight downward movement of the head as a sign of agreement or acknowledgment.

Usage

常用于表示同意、许可或理解，也可用于打招呼或示意。

Often used to express agreement, permission, or understanding; also used as a greeting or to signal.

Examples

  • 1 他点了点头表示同意。 (He nodded to show agreement.)
  • 2 老师点头允许我回答问题。 (The teacher nodded to allow me to answer the question.)
  • 3 她看到我时微笑着点头打招呼。 (She smiled and nodded as a greeting when she saw me.)
  • 4 听完我的解释，他点了点头表示理解。 (After hearing my explanation, he nodded to show understanding.)
  • 5 老板点头批准了我的假期申请。 (The boss nodded to approve my leave application.)

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