从XX来看 (cóng XX lái kàn - Judging from XX)
Grammar & Usage
How it works
This fixed expression is used to introduce a perspective, standpoint, or basis for judgment or analysis. '从 (cóng)' acts as a preposition indicating 'from' or 'since', 'XX' is the variable noun or phrase representing the specific viewpoint or data, and '来看 (lái kàn)' means 'to look/see from (it)'. It typically precedes a statement of observation, conclusion, or opinion.
Sample sentences
从目前情况来看，这个项目进展得很顺利。
Judging from the current situation, this project is progressing very smoothly.
从她的表情来看，她似乎对结果不太满意。
Judging from her expression, she doesn't seem very satisfied with the result.
从历史经验来看，经济危机后通常会迎来复苏。
Judging from historical experience, economic crises are usually followed by a recovery.
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Example
从目前情况来看，这个项目进展得很顺利。
Judging from the current situation, this project is progressing very smoothly.
从她的表情来看，她似乎对结果不太满意。
Judging from her expression, she doesn't seem very satisfied with the result.
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