wan4 jin4 tin1 sing4渾然天成浑然天成
Jyutpingwan4 jin4 tin1 sing4
Yalewàhn yìhn tīn sìhng
Definition
Natural and flawless, leaving no trace of artificial carving; describing a work of art that is naturally perfect.
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How it's used
Describes a level of perfection that feels entirely unforced, as if it were created by nature rather than human effort. It is frequently reserved for high praise of artistic works, performances, or even a person's innate talent. Unlike describing something as just simple or plain, this implies a sophisticated, seamless quality that is difficult to replicate.
Examples
The composition of this painting is natural and perfect, it's so beautiful.
Their acting is so natural and effortless, it doesn't look like they are acting at all.
Related words
Common phrases
a work of art that is natural and perfect
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe everyday objects or simple situations, as it carries a formal and literary weight that makes it sound overly dramatic in casual conversation. It is best saved for discussing art, music, or exceptional skill.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
