Definition
书法 (shū fǎ) refers to Chinese calligraphy as a traditional art form, emphasizing aesthetic expression and cultural heritage. It differs from 字迹 (zì jì), which simply means one's personal handwriting or penmanship, and from 字体 (zì tǐ), which denotes a specific font or calligraphic style.
noun
Chinese calligraphy (as an art form and cultural practice)
Examples
- 。Wǒ měi zhōu dōu qù shàng shū fǎ kè.I go to calligraphy class every week.
- 书法。Zhè fú shū fǎ zuòpǐn fēicháng yōuměi.This calligraphy piece is very elegant.
- 书法。shū fǎ shì Zhōngguó chuántǒng wénhuà de zhòngyào zǔchéng bùfèn.Calligraphy is an important part of traditional Chinese culture.
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