Definition
女神 literally means 'goddess' (a female deity), but in modern Chinese it is very commonly used figuratively for an idealized or extremely admired woman — a celebrity crush, an online idol, or someone considered exceptionally beautiful. This figurative use is widespread in internet culture and fandom, similar to calling someone a 'goddess' in English but more casual and frequently used.
n.
goddess (female deity in mythology)(figurative) goddessideal or admired woman (often in online/fandom contexts)
Examples
- 女神，女神。Xǔduō gǔdài shénhuà zhōng dōu yǒu nǚ shén, bǐrú yuèliàng nǚ shén.Many ancient myths have goddesses, like the moon goddess.
- 女神。Tā shì hěn duō nánshēng xīnmù zhōng de nǚ shén.She is the goddess in the hearts of many guys.
- 女神。Fěnsīmen dōu bǎ tā dàngzuò nǚ shén yíyàng chóngbài.Fans worship her like a goddess.
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