抢眼

qiǎngyǎn

eye-catching

HSK 7

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"抢眼" literally combines "" (to grab) and "" (eye), meaning something that grabs the eye or attracts attention. It is commonly used to describe things that are visually striking or stand out in appearance.

Common Contexts

This adjective is often used for clothing, colors, designs, or any visual element that is vivid and noticeable. It implies a positive or neutral sense of attracting attention, often in a fashionable or impressive way.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 抢眼颜色: eye-catching colors, used to describe vivid or bright colors.
  • 抢眼设计: striking design, often used in fashion or product design.
  • 抢眼表现: outstanding performance, metaphorically attracting attention.

Usage Notes

"抢眼" is typically used as an adjective before a noun. It differs from similar words like "显眼" (conspicuous) by emphasizing the attractiveness or appeal of what is seen, not just visibility. Avoid using it for negative attention; it usually carries a positive or neutral connotation.

Example Sentences

她穿了一件抢眼的红色连衣裙,成为了派对的焦点。

Tā chuān le yī jiàn qiǎngyǎn de hóngsè liányīqún, chéngwéi le pàiduì de

She wore an eye-catching red dress and became the center of attention at the

这幅画色彩鲜艳,非常抢眼。

Zhè fú huà sècǎi xiānyàn, fēicháng qiǎngyǎn.

This painting has bright colors and is very striking.

他的发明设计非常抢眼,吸引了很多投资者的注意。

Tā de fāmíng shèjì fēicháng qiǎngyǎn, xīyǐn le hěn duō tóuzī zhě de zhùyì.

His invention design is very eye-catching and attracted many investors'