Chinese

guǐfǔshéngōng
Meaning: supernatural craftsmanship; divine work
Part of Speech: Noun, Four-character idiom

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Example sentences

這座雕像的細節刻畫簡直是鬼斧神工。
这座雕像的细节刻画简直是鬼斧神工。
The detail of this statue is simply supernatural craftsmanship.
大自然的鬼斧神工令人驚歎不已。
The uncanny workmanship of nature makes one marvel endlessly.

Usage Notes

A four-character idiom (yojijukugo) describing works of art or nature so exquisite they seem to be made by gods rather than humans.

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