The word 看待 is formed through a conceptual fusion where the literal action of 看 (“to look at”) is combined with the abstract notion of 待 (“to treat” or “to regard”). This creates a compound that moves from the physical act of seeing to the metaphorical act of forming a judgment or holding an attitude. It’s not merely looking plus waiting/treating, but rather a semantic blend where visual perception becomes the foundation for a mental stance or evaluation, resulting in a single idea meaning “to view” or “to consider” something in a particular way.