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可谓
kěwèi
Description
"可谓"用来说一件事可以叫做什么，常常出现在书面或比较正式的话里。
"可谓" is used to say that something can be called a certain way, often appearing in written or more formal language.
它后面一般跟着一个形容或评价的词。
It is generally followed by an adjective or evaluative word.
Meanings
可谓kěwèi
can be called; may be described as
这本书可谓非常成功。
This book can be said to be very successful.
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Notes
- Etymology
可 (can) + 谓 (to say/call), literally "can be said to be".
- Nuance
formal and written; often introduces a strong or fitting evaluation.
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