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    The Adjective 高雅 (gāoyǎ): Elegant

    Degree & Intensity
    Description & Modification

    Structure

    高雅 + 的 + Noun

    Explanation

    高雅 (gāoyǎ) is a Chinese adjective meaning "elegant" or "refined." It combines 高 (high) and 雅 (graceful) to describe something of superior taste or sophistication, often used for art, music, or behavior.

    Examples

    • 这场音乐会的曲目非常高雅。

      zhè chǎng yīnyuèhuì de qǔmù fēicháng gāoyǎ.

      The program of this concert is very elegant.

    • 他的穿着总是很高雅，从不随便。

      tā de chuānzhuó zǒngshì hěn gāoyǎ, cóng bù suíbiàn.

      He always dresses very elegantly, never casually.

    • 这家餐厅的装修风格十分高雅。

      zhè jiā cāntīng de zhuāngxiū fēnggé shífēn gāoyǎ.

      The décor of this restaurant is very elegant in style.

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