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玲珑
línglóng
Description
"玲珑"用来形容东西很小很精致，很漂亮。
"玲珑" is used to describe something very small, delicate, and beautiful.
它也可以说一个人很聪明、很灵活。
It can also describe a person as very smart and agile.
Meanings
玲珑línglóng
small, delicate and exquisite
这个玉器小巧玲珑，非常漂亮。
This jade piece is small and exquisite, very beautiful.
玲珑línglóng
clever and nimble (of a person)
她很聪明，也很玲珑。
She is smart and also very clever.
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Notes
- Etymology
originally described a clear ringing sound of jade, now mainly means delicate or nimble.
- Nuance
often paired as 小巧玲珑 to describe something small and exquisitely made.
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