精巧 (jīng qiǎo) — exquisite; delicate; fine; intricate (of craftsmanship, design, or small objects)
Definition
Highlights clever, skillful design in small objects or crafts — 精致 leans toward refined finish, 精妙 toward artistic brilliance. 娇气 is unrelated (means 'finicky/fragile', of a person).
adjective
exquisitedelicatefineintricate (of craftsmanship, design, or small objects)
Examples
- 精巧，。Zhè jiàn gōng yì pǐn zuò dé fēi cháng jīng qiǎo, měi yí gè xì jié dōu hěn wán měi.This craft item is made very exquisite; every detail is perfect.
- 精巧，。Tā de cì xiù jīng qiǎo dé ràng rén jīng tàn, měi yì zhēn dōu qià dào hǎo chù.Her embroidery is so exquisite it amazes people; every stitch is just right.
- ，精巧。Zhè ge mù diāo zào xíng suī rán jiǎn dān, dàn zuò gōng shí fēn jīng qiǎo.Although the shape of this wood carving is simple, the craftsmanship is very exquisite.
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