jyut6 muk6悅目悦目
Jyutpingjyut6 muk6
Yaleyuht muhk
Definition
Pleasing to the eye; beautiful or good-looking.
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How it's used
Primarily used in formal or literary contexts to describe aesthetics, this term is rarely heard in casual, everyday speech. It carries a sense of elegance and refinement that makes it sound slightly out of place when describing mundane objects or people. Instead of using this for casual conversation, speakers usually opt for simpler adjectives like 靚 or 好睇.
Examples
The design of this garden is very pleasing to the eyes.
Do you find this painting pleasing to the eyes?
Related words
Common phrases
delightful to the heart and eyes
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this as a direct synonym for 靚 in all situations, but it specifically refers to visual harmony or beauty that provides a sense of comfort or satisfaction to the viewer. It is not used to describe the taste of food or the sound of music.
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Grammar guides
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