细腻

細膩
xìnì
adjective HSK 7-9 #18,429

Meanings

  1. 1 smooth; delicate; fine-textured (of skin, fabric)
  2. 2 meticulous; exquisite; subtle (of craftsmanship, performance)

Examples

HSK 5
Tā de pífū hěn xìnì.
Her skin is very smooth and delicate.
HSK 7-9
Zhè fú huà de bǐchù fēicháng xìnì.
The brushwork in this painting is extremely fine and detailed.

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usage
Two main uses: physical (smooth skin, fine texture) and abstract (detailed craftsmanship, subtle emotions). Describing a person as 细腻 means they are attentive to details and emotionally sensitive - usually a compliment.

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