Definition
神韵 refers to the intangible spiritual charm or poetic resonance of a person or an artwork, a key concept in Chinese aesthetics. It is often used to describe the graceful aura of a person or the quintessence of a literary or artistic work that goes beyond mere form. You can use it in discussions about traditional Chinese painting, calligraphy, poetry, or even a person's demeanor.
n.
the spiritual charmpoetic resonance (of a person or work of art)
Examples
- 神韵。Tā de shūfǎ zuòpǐn chōngmǎn le shén yùn.His calligraphy works are full of spiritual charm.
- ，神韵。Zhè wèi huàjiā bǐ xià de shānshuǐ, shén yùn shízú.The landscapes painted by this artist are full of poetic charm.
- 神韵，。Tā de biǎoyǎn yǒu yì zhǒng dútè de shén yùn, lìng rén nánwàng.Her performance has a unique spiritual aura that is unforgettable.
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