气魄

氣魄

qìpò

noun HSK 7-9 #29,199

Meanings

1 spirit; boldness; imposing manner
2 positive outlook; grandeur

Characters

air; spirit; energy

Examples

这座建筑很有气魄。

Zhè zuò jiànzhù hěn yǒu qìpò.

This building has an imposing grandeur.

他做事很有气魄。

Tā zuòshì hěn yǒu qìpò.

He does things with great boldness.

Tips

usage

气魄 describes both a person's boldness/spirit and the grandeur of things like buildings, landscapes, or artworks. Compare with 魄力 (pòlì), which focuses more on decisiveness and drive.

Stroke Order

气 qì

魄 pò