lai6 zat1麗質丽质
Jyutpinglai6 zat1
Yalelaih jāt
Definition
Natural beauty; fine qualities.
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How it's used
This term is almost exclusively used in the fixed phrase 天生麗質 to describe someone who possesses innate, natural beauty. It carries a slightly formal or literary tone, often appearing in descriptions of celebrities or in compliments that emphasize a lack of need for artificial enhancement. It is rarely used as a standalone noun in casual speech.
Examples
She is naturally beautiful and looks great even without much makeup.
Who said she was naturally beautiful?
Related words
Common phrases
naturally beautiful
Common mistake
Do not use this word to describe objects or scenery, as it specifically refers to human physical appearance. It is also not interchangeable with general terms for pretty like 靚.
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