别有风味 (bié yǒu fēng wèi) — to have a distinctive flavor or character; to be uniquely appealing

Definition

An idiom for something having a distinctive, appealing character that sets it apart from the ordinary — used for food, places, or styles. 别 here means 'another/extra', not 'don't'.

idiom
to have a distinctive flavor or characterto be uniquely appealing

Examples

  • 别有风味
    Zhè jiā xiǎo diàn de zhuāng xiū bié yǒu fēng wèi, hěn yǒu yì shù gǎn.
    The decoration of this small shop has a distinctive flavor, very artistic.
  • 别有风味
    Tā zuò de cài suī rán jiǎn dān, dàn bié yǒu fēng wèi, ràng rén nán wàng.
    The dishes he makes are simple, but they have a unique flavor that's unforgettable.
  • 别有风味
    Zhè ge gǔ zhèn de yè jǐng bié yǒu fēng wèi, bié de dì fāng kàn bú dào.
    The night view of this ancient town has a distinctive charm you won't see elsewhere.

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