Chinese

diǎnyǎ
Meaning: elegant; refined; classic
Part of Speech: Adjective

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Example sentences

這座建築的室內設計風格典雅,展現出主人的高尚品味。
这座建筑的室内设计风格典雅,展现出主人的高尚品味。
The interior design style of this building is elegant, showing the owner's noble taste.
這家餐廳的裝潢非常典雅,吸引了很多顧客。
This restaurant's decoration is very elegant, attracting many customers.

Usage Notes

Describes something that is beautiful and not vulgar.

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