Meaning
精妙 describes something that is both refined (精) and wonderful/marvelous (妙). It expresses admiration for things that are skillfully crafted, cleverly conceived, or beautifully executed with great attention to detail. The word carries connotations of sophistication and artistry.
Usage
Commonly used in written or formal contexts to praise artistic works, clever designs, brilliant ideas, or skillful techniques. Often appears in literary criticism, art appreciation, and discussions of craftsmanship. Can describe everything from a well-crafted sentence to an ingenious solution to a complex problem.
Examples
- 01这幅画的构图精妙，令人赞叹不已。, .The composition of this painting is exquisite, leaving people full of admiration.
- 02他提出了一个精妙的解决方案，完美地解决了这个难题。, .He proposed an ingenious solution that perfectly resolved this difficult problem.
Characters
Common collocations
- 精妙绝伦exquisite beyond compare
- 构思精妙ingeniously conceived
- 设计精妙ingeniously designed
- 技艺精妙exquisite craftsmanship
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters have ancient origins. 精 originally referred to polished rice or refined essence, while 妙 combines 女 (woman) and 少 (young/small), originally suggesting youthful grace and beauty, later extending to anything wonderfully subtle or clever.