玲珑剔透

玲瓏剔透
línglóngtītòu
idiom

Meanings

  1. 1 exquisitely fine and see-through
  2. 2 delicately and intricately crafted
  3. 3 nimble-minded; cleverly perceptive

Examples

Zhè jiàn yù diāo líng lóng tī tòu, qiǎo duó tiān gōng.
This jade carving is exquisitely intricate — a marvel of craftsmanship.
Xiǎo gūniang líng lóng tī tòu, yī diǎn jiù tòu.
The little girl is quick-witted — one hint and she gets it.
Nà zhǎn liúli dēng líng lóng tī tòu, měi bù shèng shōu.
That glass lantern is exquisitely translucent — a breathtaking sight.

Tips

usage
Two senses: (1) of objects — especially jade, glass, or carvings — finely and delicately made; (2) of people — mentally sharp, quick to pick up on things. Both are complimentary.

Stroke Order

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