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    Expressing something as tempting with 诱人 (yòurén)

    Degree & Intensity
    Description & Modification

    Structure

    诱人 + 的 + Noun

    Explanation

    The adjective 诱人 (yòurén) means "tempting," "enticing," or "attractive" and describes something that strongly appeals to the senses or desires. It is a compound of 诱 (to lure) and 人 (people), literally meaning "luring to people."

    Examples

    • 桌上的蛋糕散发着诱人的香味。

      zhuō shàng de dàn gāo sàn fā zhe yòu rén de xiāng wèi.

      The cake on the table gives off a tempting aroma.

    • 这份工作的薪水非常诱人。

      zhè fèn gōng zuò de xīn shuǐ fēi cháng yòu rén.

      The salary for this job is very tempting.

    • 商店橱窗里摆着各种诱人的甜点。

      shāng diàn chú chuāng lǐ bǎi zhe gè zhǒng yòu rén de tián diǎn.

      The shop window displays all kinds of tempting desserts.

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