appearances are deceptive
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
It is not possible to judge a person's character from their outward appearance.
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
Bên ngoài không phải lúc nào cũng phản ánh bên trong
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Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “appearances are deceptive” mean?
It is not possible to judge a person's character from their outward appearance.
Is “appearances are deceptive” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.