appearance; look; about (approximate)
Meanings
3 senses · 11 examplesnoun
appearance; look; what someone/something looks like
neutralOften implies an overall impression or style.
Her appearance is very similar to her mother's when she was young.
Judging by his dejected look, he must have done poorly on the exam.
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Seeing you dressed up like this, I almost didn't recognize you!
After not seeing her for years, this child has grown into the appearance of a young lady.
noun
about; approximately; roughly (used only for time or age)
informalOften used with "有" or "大概". It is a colloquial approximation marker.
I waited for about half an hour.
Judging by his appearance, he's about thirty years old.
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The meeting will probably end in about ten more minutes.
noun
trend; situation; how things look; likelihood
neutralUsed to describe the apparent state or direction of events. Often in the pattern "看这模样" or "看模样".
Judging by how things look, it's going to rain soon.
He's not saying a word; it seems he's angry.
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By the looks of it, this company won't last much longer.
It doesn't look like they intend to keep the guests for dinner.