Meaning and Usage
"目光" literally combines "eye" (目) and "light" (光), referring to the direction or quality of one's gaze. It often means "gaze" or "look," but can also figuratively mean "attention" or "focus."
Common Contexts
It is frequently used to describe someone's visual focus or the emotional quality behind their look, such as determination, care, or suspicion. It can also be used metaphorically to indicate where someone's attention or interest lies.
Collocations and Patterns
- 目光坚定 (mùguāng jiāndìng): firm gaze, showing determination
- 目光集中 (mùguāng jízhōng): focus one's gaze/attention
- 目光交流 (mùguāng jiāoliú): exchange of looks, often implying unspoken communication
Usage Notes
"目光" is more formal and literary than just "看" (to look). It often conveys emotional or psychological states through the gaze. Avoid confusing it with "眼光," which can mean "judgment" or "taste."