不俗 (bú) — original, uncommon, not hackneyed
Definition
A positive word for refined, distinctive taste or style — 'not ordinary,' but in a flattering sense. Closer to 'refined' than simply 'uncommon.'
adjective
originaluncommonnot hackneyed
Examples
- 不俗,。Tā de huà fēng bú, hěn yǒu gè rén tè sè.His painting style is original and has a lot of personal character.
- 不俗,。Zhè piān wén zhāng lì yì bú, zhí dé yì dú.This article has an uncommon perspective and is worth reading.
- ,不俗。Tā suī rán chū shēn píng fán, dàn pǐn wèi bú.Although she comes from an ordinary background, her taste is refined.
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