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How to Say ‘Elegance’ in Traditional Chinese

的飄逸

💬 Usage Tip: [飄逸] can also mean 'graceful' or 'effortless' in describing movement or style.

🇹🇼 In Taiwan: Elegance is highly prized in Chinese aesthetics, especially referring to historical artifacts.

Word-by-Word Breakdown

[de]

of

Used to indicate belonging or association.

Example

前朝的飄逸讓人嚮往。

The elegance of prior dynasties makes people yearn.

飄逸

[piāo yì]

elegant and graceful

Having an appearance or manner that is pleasing and graceful.

Example

前朝的飄逸讓人嚮往。

The elegance of prior dynasties makes people yearn.

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