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甜
tián
Description
“甜”是一种味道，糖和蜂蜜都是甜的。
"甜" is a taste; sugar and honey are both sweet.
我们也常用“甜”来形容说话好听，或者觉得很幸福。
We also often use "甜" to describe pleasant speech or feeling very happy.
Meanings
甜tián
sweet (in taste)
这个西瓜很甜。
This watermelon is very sweet.
甜tián
sweet, pleasant (words, smile, feeling)
她笑得很甜。
She has a sweet smile.
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Notes
- Etymology
甜 combines 舌 (tongue) and 甘 (sweet), showing the sense of tasting sweetness.
- Nuance
beyond taste, 甜 can describe sweet words (嘴甜) or a happy, loving mood.
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