Meaning and Usage
The character 妙 (miào) primarily means 'wonderful,' 'clever,' or 'subtle.' It often describes something skillful, ingenious, or pleasantly surprising. It can refer to artistic skills, solutions to problems, or the charm of a story.
Common Collocations
- 妙计 (miào jì): clever plan or strategy
- 妙手 (miào shǒu): skillful hands, expert
- 妙趣横生 (miào qù héng shēng): full of wit and charm
Usage Notes
妙 is generally positive and used to praise something's excellence or ingenuity. It is more literary or formal than everyday words like 好 (good). Avoid confusing 妙 with similar-sounding words that mean 'strange' (like 妙 in some dialects), as 妙 here emphasizes skill and beauty.
Register and Tone
This character is often used in written language, formal speech, or artistic contexts. It conveys admiration and appreciation rather than casual approval.
Meaning and Usage
The character 妙 (miào) primarily means 'wonderful,' 'clever,' or 'subtle.' It often describes something skillful, ingenious, or pleasantly surprising. It can refer to artistic skills, solutions to problems, or the charm of a story.
Common Collocations
- 妙计 (miào jì): clever plan or strategy
- 妙手 (miào shǒu): skillful hands, expert
- 妙趣横生 (miào qù héng shēng): full of wit and charm
Usage Notes
妙 is generally positive and used to praise something's excellence or ingenuity. It is more literary or formal than everyday words like 好 (good). Avoid confusing 妙 with similar-sounding words that mean 'strange' (like 妙 in some dialects), as 妙 here emphasizes skill and beauty.
Register and Tone
This character is often used in written language, formal speech, or artistic contexts. It conveys admiration and appreciation rather than casual approval.
Meaning and Usage
The character 妙 (miào) primarily means 'wonderful,' 'clever,' or 'subtle.' It often describes something skillful, ingenious, or pleasantly surprising. It can refer to artistic skills, solutions to problems, or the charm of a story.
Common Collocations
- 妙计 (miào jì): clever plan or strategy
- 妙手 (miào shǒu): skillful hands, expert
- 妙趣横生 (miào qù héng shēng): full of wit and charm
Usage Notes
妙 is generally positive and used to praise something's excellence or ingenuity. It is more literary or formal than everyday words like 好 (good). Avoid confusing 妙 with similar-sounding words that mean 'strange' (like 妙 in some dialects), as 妙 here emphasizes skill and beauty.
Register and Tone
This character is often used in written language, formal speech, or artistic contexts. It conveys admiration and appreciation rather than casual approval.