Definition
水灵灵 is a reduplicated adjective (ABB pattern) that describes something as fresh, moist, and vibrant — often used for fruits and vegetables that look juicy and crisp, or for a person's complexion that appears healthy, bright, and youthful. The reduplication intensifies the sense of liveliness and freshness. It's a colloquial, vivid word you'll hear in everyday conversation, especially about produce or someone's appearance.
r.f.
(of fruits/vegetables) fresh and juicycrisp-looking(of a person's complexion) radiantglowingfresh and youthful
Examples
- 水灵灵,。Zhège xīguā shuǐ líng líng de, kàn qǐlái hěn hǎochī.This watermelon looks fresh and juicy — it seems delicious.
- 水灵灵,。Tā pífū shuǐ líng líng de, xiàng gāng xǐ guò liǎn yíyàng.Her skin is radiant, as if she just washed her face.
- 水灵灵,。Cài shìchǎng lǐ de qīngcài shuǐ líng líng de, tèbié xīnxiān.The greens in the market are crisp and fresh — especially fresh.
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