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眼见为实,耳听为虚

Yǎn jiàn wéi shí, ěr tīng wéi xū
Seeing is believing, hearing is deceiving.

Eye see is real, ear hear is empty

This means you should trust what you see with your own eyes ...

This means you should trust what you see with your own eyes rather than what you hear from others. Rumors and secondhand information are often unreliable or exaggerated.

This saying reflects a deep cultural skepticism toward gossip and hearsay. It encourages direct observation and personal verification, especially in matters of trust and judgment.

Someone might say this when a friend believes a rumor about a colleague, or when deciding whether to invest based on someone else's advice.

It promotes critical thinking and caution against manipulation. In a culture where face and reputation are crucial, this saying protects individuals from being misled by false information that could harm their relationships or decisions.

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