魅力 (mèi lì) — charm, charisma, glamour

Definition

魅力 is the lasting charm or appeal of a person, thing, or idea — broader than 风趣 (only about witty speech) and more personal than 亲和力 (warmth toward others).

noun

charmcharismaglamour

Easily confused

魄力pò lìlook-alikedecisiveness, boldness (the ability to act decisively and take initiative)

Examples

魅力。
Tā yǒu yì zhǒng tè bié de mèi lì.
She has a special kind of charm.
魅力。
Zhè ge diàn yǐng de mèi lì shì tā de gù shi.
The charm of this movie is its story.
魅力。
Dà zì rán de mèi lì ràng rén gǎn dào píng jìng.
The charm of nature makes people feel calm.

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