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Describing something as fresh with 新鲜 (xīnxiān)
Description & Modification
Structure
Subject + (很) + 新鲜
Explanation
新鲜 (xīnxiān) is an adjective meaning "fresh," commonly used for food, air, or experiences. It describes something that is new, not stale, or recently produced. It can serve as a predicate or appear before a noun as a modifier.
Examples
早上的空气特别新鲜。
Zǎoshang de kōngqì tèbié xīnxiān.
The air in the morning is especially fresh.
我喜欢买新鲜的蔬菜自己做饭。
Wǒ xǐhuān mǎi xīnxiān de shūcài zìjǐ zuòfàn.
I like to buy fresh vegetables and cook for myself.
这是一种很新鲜的体验。
Zhè shì yì zhǒng hěn xīnxiān de tǐyàn.
This is a very novel experience.