Definition
妖精 refers to a supernatural being in Chinese folklore — often a demon or spirit that can shape-shift, commonly appearing in stories like Journey to the West. It also has a metaphorical sense for a seductive or enchanting woman, similar to 'siren' in English. The word carries a strong cultural and literary weight, so context determines whether it's literal or figurative.
n.
evil spiritdemon (in folklore and mythology)seductive womansiren (metaphorical)
Examples
- ，妖精。Chuánshuō zhōng, yāo jing chángcháng chūxiàn zài shēnshān lǐ.In legends, demons often appear in deep mountains.
- 妖精，。Tā dǎbàn de xiàng yí gè yāo jing, xīyǐn le suǒyǒu rén de mùguāng.She dressed like a siren, attracting everyone's attention.
- 妖精。Zhè bù diànyǐng jiǎng de shì yí gè yāo jing hé rénlèi xiāng'ài de gùshì.This movie tells a story about a demon and a human falling in love.
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