sik1 soeng3色相
Jyutpingsik1 soeng3
Yalesīk seung
Definition
Physical or sexual appeal; corporeality.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the physical allure or sexual attractiveness of a person, often in a context where it is being used as a tool for gain. It carries a slightly cynical or critical tone, implying that the person is objectifying themselves or being objectified for entertainment or professional advancement. It is rarely used to describe genuine romantic attraction.
Examples
In order to get ahead, she actually sacrificed her sexual appeal.
The selling point of this movie is sexual appeal, there is no real plot.
Related words
Common phrases
to sacrifice one's sexual appeal for gain
to flaunt one's sexual appeal
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 色情, which refers to pornography or explicit sexual content. While both involve sexuality, 色相 is about the physical appearance or charm of a person, whereas 色情 describes the nature of media or material.
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Grammar guides
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