小清新

xiǎoqīngxīn

adjective

Meanings

1 fresh and simple (aesthetic)
2 lo-fi / indie (style)
3 (coll.) hipster

Characters

Examples

这家咖啡馆装修很小清新。

Zhè jiā kāfēiguǎn zhuāngxiū hěn xiǎoqīngxīn.

This cafe has a very indie / fresh aesthetic.

她的穿搭走小清新风格。

Tā de chuāndā zǒu xiǎoqīngxīn fēnggé.

Her outfits go for a fresh, lo-fi style.

我不喜欢小清新电影。

Wǒ bù xǐhuan xiǎoqīngxīn diànyǐng.

I don't like the indie/sentimental film genre.

Tips

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Internet-origin aesthetic label (~2010s): pastel colors, soft focus, youth, Japan-adjacent vibe. Can be affectionate or slightly mocking depending on tone.

Stroke Order

小 xiǎo

清 qīng

新 xīn