嘴唇

zuǐ chún

lip

HSK 6

Character Breakdown

Understanding 嘴唇 (zuǐchún)

The word 嘴唇 specifically refers to the lips, the fleshy parts surrounding the mouth opening. It is a noun used in both literal and figurative contexts.

Usage and Nuance

嘴唇 is often used in medical or descriptive contexts, such as describing color changes due to cold or health conditions. It also appears in romantic or affectionate expressions, like kissing.

Common Collocations

  • 嘴唇 (chapped lips): used when lips are dry or cracked, often leading to advice about lip balm.
  • 嘴唇 (gently kiss the lips): a tender action often described in romantic contexts.

Tips

嘴唇 is more formal or descriptive than just (mouth). Avoid confusing 嘴唇 with , which means mouth in a more general sense. 嘴唇 focuses on the lip area specifically.

Use 嘴唇 when you want to emphasize the lips themselves, especially in health, beauty, or intimate contexts.

Example Sentences

她的嘴唇因为寒冷而发紫。

Tā de zuǐchún yīnwèi hánlěng ér fā zǐ.

Her lips turned purple because of the cold.

他轻轻地吻了她的嘴唇。

Tā qīngqīng de wěn le tā de zuǐchún.

He gently kissed her lips.

嘴唇干裂时,可以涂润唇膏来保护。

Zuǐchún gānliè shí, kěyǐ tú rùnchúngāo lái bǎohù.

When lips are chapped, you can apply lip balm to protect them.