adjective HSK 5
exquisite · delicate · refined · fine
Meaning
精美 describes something that is crafted with great care and skill, resulting in beauty and refinement. It emphasizes both technical excellence (精) and aesthetic beauty (美), often used for art objects, craftsmanship, packaging, design, or food presentation.
Usage
Commonly used to describe tangible objects like gifts, books, artwork, jewelry, or packaging that show superior craftsmanship and aesthetic appeal. Often appears in marketing and product descriptions. Can also describe abstract things like writing or performances when they show refinement and skill.
Examples
- 01这本书的装帧非常精美，值得收藏。, .This book's binding is very exquisite and worth collecting.
- 02商店橱窗里陈列着各种精美的工艺品。.The shop window displays various exquisite handicrafts.
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Common collocations
- 精美的礼物exquisite gift
- 精美的包装exquisite packaging
- 制作精美exquisitely made
- 精美绝伦exquisitely beautiful, unparalleled in refinement
Antonyms
Origin
Combines 精 (refined/excellent/essence) with 美 (beautiful) to create a word meaning refined beauty or exquisite craftsmanship.