Definition
优雅 (yōuyǎ) describes a refined, tasteful elegance in movement, style, or manner — it's broader than 优美 (yōuměi, which focuses on beauty of form/scenery) and less formal than 高雅 (gāoyǎ, which implies high-class taste). Unlike 帅 (shuài, cool/handsome) or 苗条 (miáotiao, slim figure), 优雅 applies to a person's overall poise, speech, or design.
adjective
gracefulelegant
Examples
- 优雅。Tā de wǔzī fēicháng yōu yǎ.Her dance posture is very graceful.
- 优雅。Zhè zhǒng yōu yǎ de fēnggé hěn shìhé zhèngshì chǎnghé.This elegant style is very suitable for formal occasions.
- 优雅，。Tā de tántǔ hěn yōu yǎ, gěi rén liúxià hǎo yìnxiàng.His speech is very elegant, leaving a good impression on people.
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