Definition
婆娑 is a literary verb phrase describing a graceful, swirling, or swaying motion. You'll encounter it in poetry and prose to depict willow branches dancing in the wind, a dancer's flowing movements, or shadows flickering softly. It is not used in casual conversation; treat it as a stylized, elevated expression.
v.p.
to dance or sway gracefullyto whirl (of leaves, shadows, etc.)
Examples
- ，婆娑。Wēifēng chuī guò, liǔzhī piānpiān pó suō.The breeze passes, and willow branches dance gracefully.
- 婆娑，。Tā de wǔzī ēnuó pó suō, lìng rén táozuì.Her dancing posture is graceful and swaying, intoxicating the audience.
- ，婆娑，。Xīyáng xià, shùyǐng pó suō, xiǎnde géwài jìngmì.Under the setting sun, tree shadows sway, appearing especially tranquil.
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