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Expressing 'beauty' or 'elegance' with 秀丽 (xiùlì)
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长相 + 秀丽
Explanation
The adjective 秀丽 (xiùlì) means 'beautiful' or 'elegant,' often with a refined, delicate quality. It is used to describe scenery, landscapes, or a person's appearance. It suggests a graceful, natural beauty rather than something bold or striking.
Examples
桂林的山水非常秀丽，值得一去。
Guìlín de shānshuǐ fēicháng xiùlì, zhíde yí qù.
The mountains and waters of Guilin are very beautiful and worth a visit.
这个小镇风景秀丽，适合度假。
Zhè gè xiǎo zhèn fēngjǐng xiùlì, shìhé dùjià.
This small town has beautiful scenery and is suitable for a vacation.
窗外是一片秀丽的田园风光。
Chuāng wài shì yí piàn xiùlì de tiányuán fēngguāng.
Outside the window is a stretch of beautiful pastoral scenery.