Definition
有神 is a verb-object compound (离合词) meaning 'to have spirit' or 'to be spirited', often used to describe art, performances, or eyes that are lively and expressive. It can also mean 'miraculous' or 'divine', referring to events or powers that seem supernatural. As a separable verb, you can insert elements like 了 or measure words between 有 and 神, e.g., 有了神 ('gained spirit').
s.v./v.o.
spiritedlively (of art, performance, eyes)miraculousdivine (of events, powers)
Examples
- ，。Zhè fú huà yǒu le shén, kàn qǐlái tèbié shēngdòng.This painting has gained spirit and looks especially vivid.
- 有神，。Dàjiā dōu juéde zhè jiàn shì tài yǒu shén le, jiǎnzhí bùkě sīyì.Everyone thinks this matter is too miraculous, simply unbelievable.
- 有神，。Tā de yǎnjīng hěn yǒu shén, ràng rén yìnxiàng shēnkè.His eyes are very spirited, leaving a deep impression on people.
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