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吸引力

xīyǐnlì

Description

吸引力是一种让人喜欢、想要靠近的力量。

"吸引力" is a force that makes people like and want to get close to something.

我们说一个人、一个地方或者一件东西很有吸引力。

We say a person, a place, or a thing is very "吸引力".

Meanings

吸引力xīyǐnlì

attraction; appeal; charm

这个城市对年轻人很有吸引力。

This city is very attractive to young people.

吸引力xīyǐnlì

physical force of attraction, e.g. gravity

地球的吸引力让我们不会飞走。

Earth's gravity keeps us from flying away.

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Notes

  • Etymology

    吸引 (to attract) + 力 (force/power), literally "attracting power".

  • Nuance

    魅力 stresses personal charm; 吸引力 works for people, places, and physical forces alike.

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