风范

風範

fēngfàn

noun HSK 7-9 #15,243

Meanings

Literally 'style and model' - a demeanor worthy of emulation

他有大将风范。

Tā yǒu dàjiàng fēngfàn.

He has the bearing of a great leader.

这位老先生很有学者风范。

Zhèwèi lǎoxiānshēng hěn yǒu xuézhě fēngfàn.

This elderly gentleman has the demeanor of a true scholar.

usage

风范 is close to 风采, but emphasizes being a model or example for others. 风采 focuses on being impressive; 风范 focuses on being exemplary.

风 fēng

范 fàn