zyu3 ngaan4 jau5 seot6駐顏有術驻颜有术
Jyutpingzyu3 ngaan4 jau5 seot6
Yalejyu ngàahn yáuh seuht
Definition
To have a recipe for eternal youth; skilled at maintaining a youthful appearance.
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How it's used
This idiom is almost exclusively used as a compliment for someone, usually a woman, who looks significantly younger than their actual age. It implies that the person possesses a specific, almost magical method or lifestyle habit that prevents aging. It carries a slightly formal or literary tone despite being used in casual conversation to praise someone's appearance.
Examples
She takes such good care of herself, she really has a secret to staying young.
What supplements do you usually take to keep looking so young?
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Common phrases
well-maintained appearance
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