神采 (shén cǎi) — lively expression, radiant look, spirited demeanor
Definition
Noun for a lively, spirited look on someone's face — a visible inner energy or confidence, not just physical attractiveness. Often paired with 奕奕 (神采奕奕) for a 'radiant' feel.
noun
lively expressionradiant lookspirited demeanor
Examples
- ，。Tā jīn tiān kàn qǐ lái shén cǎi yì yì, xīn qíng yí dìng hěn hǎo.He looks radiant and vigorous today — he must be in a great mood.
- ，神采。Lǎo rén suī rán nián jì dà le, dàn liǎn shàng yī rán chōng mǎn shén cǎi.Although the old man is advanced in age, his face still radiates a lively spirit.
- 神采。Tā de shén cǎi ràng rén yí kàn jiù zhī dào tā hěn yǒu zì xìn.Her spirited expression lets people know at a glance that she is very confident.
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