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锐利

ruìlì

Description

锐利的意思是很尖、很快,可以切东西。

The meaning of 锐利 is very sharp, very fast, and can cut things.

我们也可以说人的眼睛或者头脑很锐利,就是很清楚、很聪明。

We can also say a person's eyes or mind are 锐利, meaning very clear and smart.

Meanings

锐利ruìlì

sharp; keen (of a blade or point)

这把刀很锐利。

This knife is very sharp.

锐利ruìlì

keen, sharp (of eyes, mind, insight)

他有一双锐利的眼睛。

He has a pair of sharp eyes.

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Notes

  • Etymology

    锐 means sharp/pointed + 利 means sharp/beneficial, combining into a strong adjective.

  • Nuance

    锋利 usually describes physical blades; 锐利 also fits eyes, mind, and criticism.

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