讲究 (jiǎng jiu) — (verb) to be particular about, to pay careful attention to; (adjective) exquisite, tastefully chosen
Definition
As a verb, 讲究 means 'to be particular about' (how one does things). As an adjective, it means tastefully done — more everyday than the written 高尚, and more about choice/effort than fine craftsmanship (精致, 精美).
verb
to be particular aboutto pay careful attention to
adjective
exquisitetastefully chosen
Examples
- 讲究，。Tā chuān yī fu hěn jiǎng jiu, zǒng shì dā pèi dé hěn hǎo.She is very particular about her clothing; she always matches well.
- 讲究，。Zhè ge huā píng hěn jiǎng jiu, bǎi zài kè tīng hěn piào liang.This vase is very tasteful; it looks beautiful in the living room.
- 讲究，。Tā zuò cài hěn jiǎng jiu, měi gè bù zhòu dōu hěn rèn zhēn.He is very particular about cooking; every step is done carefully.
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