Definition
可谓 (kě wèi) is a formal verb meaning 'it can be said that..., one could call it...' — it introduces a description or judgment that fits the subject. Compared to 堪称 (kān chēng), which strongly implies praise or high regard, 可谓 is more neutral and can be used for both positive and neutral evaluations.
verb
it can be said that…one could call it…
Examples
- 可谓。Tā de zhīshi kě wèi yuānbó.His knowledge can be described as profound.
- 可谓。Zhè zuò chéngshì de yèjǐng kě wèi měi bú shèng shōu.The night scenery of this city can be said to be too beautiful to take in.
- 可谓。Zhè bù diànyǐng kě wèi jīngdiǎn zhī zuò.This movie can be called a classic work.
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