Definition
妙趣横生 is a four-character idiom (成语) meaning 'full of wit and humor' or 'sparkling with delightful remarks.' It describes speech, writing, or a performance that is exceptionally clever, amusing, and engaging. The literal imagery is 'wonderful interest springs up everywhere.' You can use it to praise a comedian's routine, a writer's style, or a conversation that keeps everyone laughing.
f.e.
full of wit and humorsparkling with delightful remarks
Examples
- 妙趣横生，。Tā de yǎnjiǎng miào qù héng, guānzhòng xiào de tíng bú xiàlái.His speech was full of wit and humor — the audience couldn't stop laughing.
- ，妙趣横生。Zhè běn xiǎoshuō yǔyán shēngdòng, miào qù héng.This novel has vivid language and is sparkling with delightful remarks.
- 妙趣横生，。Nà wèi xiàngsheng yǎnyuán de biǎoyǎn miào qù héng, ràng rén yìnxiàng shēnkè.That crosstalk performer's act was full of wit and humor, leaving a deep impression.
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