Definition
风度翩翩 is a four-character idiom (成语) that literally means 'elegant and light in demeanor'. It describes a person — usually a man — who carries himself with grace, charm, and poise, often in social or formal settings. It's used as a predicate or attribute, and implies both outward appearance and inner refinement.
idiom
elegant and suave in mannerdebonairgraceful and poised
Examples
- ，风度翩翩。Tā chuānzhe yì shēn xīzhuāng, kàn qǐlái fēng dù.He wears a suit and looks elegant and suave.
- 风度翩翩。Nà wèi fēng dù de nánshì shì zhùmíng de wàijiāoguān.That debonair gentleman is a famous diplomat.
- ，。Tā zài wǔhuì shàng fēng dù, xīyǐn le suǒyǒu rén de mùguāng.He was so graceful and poised at the dance that he drew everyone's attention.
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