赏心悦目 (shǎng xīn yuè mù) — pleasing to the eye and the mind; visually and emotionally satisfying
Definition
A chengyu describing a scene that delights both the eye and the heart — used for beautiful views, art, or arrangements that feel emotionally as well as visually satisfying.
idiom
pleasing to the eye and the mindvisually and emotionally satisfying
Examples
- 赏心悦目。Chuāng wài de fēng jǐng zhēn shì shǎng xīn yuè mù.The view outside the window is truly pleasing to the eye and the mind.
- ，赏心悦目。Zhè fú huà sè cǎi hé xié, ràng rén shǎng xīn yuè mù.The colors of this painting are harmonious, pleasing to the eye and the mind.
- ，赏心悦目。Gōng yuán lǐ bǎi huā shèng kāi, yí piàn shǎng xīn yuè mù de jǐng xiàng.A hundred flowers are in full bloom in the park, a sight that pleases the eye and the mind.
Origin
Compound word构词法gòucífǎ
联合liánhéCoordinate
Two parts of equal weight, alike or opposite in meaning, standing side by side.
赏心悦目 joins 赏心, delighting the mind, with 悦目, pleasing the eye, so it describes visual and emotional satisfaction.
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