Definition
神物 refers to something extraordinary that is often associated with the divine or supernatural. It can describe mythical beings, rare natural wonders, or, in literary contexts, an exceptionally talented person (a prodigy). Use it when talking about legends, marvels of nature, or outstanding individuals in a lofty tone.
n.
supernatural beingdivine creatureextraordinary natural phenomenonwonderprodigyperson of exceptional talent
Examples
- ，神物。Chuánshuō zhōng, yǒu yì zhǒng shén wù shǒuhù zhe zhè zuò shān.Legend has it that a supernatural being guards this mountain.
- 神物。Jíguāng shì yì zhǒng hǎnjiàn de zìrán shén wù.The aurora is a rare natural wonder.
- 神物。Zhège háizi bèi rénmen chēng wéi shùxué shén wù.This child is called a mathematical prodigy by people.
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