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🇨🇳ap chinese language and culture review

脸基尼 (liǎn jīní) in AP Chinese Language and Culture

Written by the Fiveable Content Team
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team

Definition

This term is a humorous combination of the words 'face' (脸 liǎn) and 'bikini' (比基尼 jīní). It describes someone who only shows their face while covering the rest of their body, often referring to people who are obsessed with taking selfies or posting pictures online.

AP course connection

Topic 3.3: 3.3 Beauty and Aesthetics | 美与审美 | 美與審美

Unit 3

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