Definition
特异功能 most commonly refers to paranormal or supernatural powers such as telepathy, clairvoyance, or telekinesis — a concept deeply embedded in Chinese popular culture and science fiction. It can also describe an extraordinary natural talent in a specific field, but the supernatural sense is the dominant one.
n.
supernatural abilityparanormal powerexceptional abilityoutstanding talent
Examples
- 特异功能，。Tā shēngchēng zìjǐ yǒu tè yì gōng néng, kěyǐ kàn chuān biérén de xīnsi.He claims to have supernatural abilities and can read others' minds.
- 特异功能。Zhè bù diànyǐng jiǎng de shì yí gè yǒngyǒu tè yì gōng néng de xiǎohái de gùshi.This movie is about a child with supernatural abilities.
- 特异功能，。Tā de tè yì gōng néng bìng bú shì tiānshēng de, ér shì hòutiān xùnliàn chūlái de.His exceptional ability is not innate but trained later.
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