心驰神往 (xīn chí shén wǎng) — to be captivated by; to have one's heart set on; to yearn for
Definition
Literary idiom meaning the heart races toward something and the spirit longs for it — a vivid, written way to say you are captivated or deeply yearn for a place or experience. Used in formal prose, not everyday speech.
idiom
to be captivated byto have one's heart set onto yearn for
Examples
- 。Xī zàng de fēng jǐng ràng wú shù rén xīn chí shén wǎng.The scenery of Tibet captivates countless people.
- 心驰神往。Tā duì nà piàn shén mì de tǔ dì yì zhí xīn chí shén wǎng.He has always been fascinated by that mysterious land.
- 心驰神往。Zhè ge gǔ lǎo de gù shi lìng rén xīn chí shén wǎng.This ancient story is utterly captivating.
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