sip3 jan4 mei6 lik6攝人魅力摄人魅力
Jyutpingsip3 jan4 mei6 lik6
Yalesip yàhn meih lihk
Definition
Breathtaking charm; captivating magnetism.
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How it's used
This phrase is often used to describe someone who captures attention immediately upon entering a room. While it can be used in casual conversation, it carries a slightly dramatic or literary weight, making it sound more sophisticated than simply saying someone is attractive. It is frequently applied to performers, celebrities, or individuals with a magnetic personality.
Examples
Her breathtaking charm is really hard to resist.
Have you met her in person? She really has such breathtaking charm.
Related words
Common phrases
full of breathtaking charm
exude breathtaking charm
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simple physical beauty, as it specifically refers to a captivating or magnetic quality that draws people in. It is not used to describe objects or inanimate things.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
