adverb / adjective HSK 4
Traditional 面對面
face to face · in person
Meaning
This word literally means 'face facing face' and describes direct, in-person interaction between people. It emphasizes physical presence and direct communication, as opposed to remote or indirect contact through phone, text, or other means.
Usage
Commonly used to emphasize the importance or intimacy of meeting someone in person rather than communicating remotely. Often appears with verbs like 谈 (to talk), 交流 (to communicate), or 见面 (to meet). Native speakers use it to stress sincerity, seriousness, or the need for direct dialogue.
Examples
- 01我们需要面对面谈一谈这个问题。.We need to talk about this issue face to face.
- 02网上聊天不如面对面交流有效。.Chatting online is not as effective as face-to-face communication.
Characters
Common collocations
- 面对面交流to communicate face to face
- 面对面谈to talk face to face
- 面对面沟通face-to-face communication
- 面对面的会议in-person meeting
Antonyms
Origin
Formed by repeating 面 (face) with 对 (facing/toward) in between, creating a vivid image of two faces directly opposite each other.