沁人心脾 (qìn rén xīn pí) — (chengyu) refreshingly pleasant; to gladden the heart and refresh the mind
Definition
Literary chengyu meaning something deeply refreshing or heartening — fresh air, music, tea, poetry that 'seeps into the heart and spleen.' Stronger than just 舒服 or 好听; reserved for writing and elevated speech.
idiom
(chengyu) refreshingly pleasantto gladden the heart and refresh the mind
Examples
- ,沁人心脾。Qīng chén de kōng qì qīng xīn tián měi, lìng rén qìn rén xīn pí.The morning air is fresh and sweet, refreshing the heart and mind.
- ,沁人心脾。Zhè shǒu gāng qín qǔ xuán lǜ yōu měi, zhēn ràng rén gǎn dào qìn rén xīn pí.This piano piece has a beautiful melody that truly refreshes the soul.
- ,沁人心脾。Hē yì kǒu qīng chá, dùn jué qìn rén xīn pí.A sip of clear tea instantly refreshes the mind and heart.
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