略带 (lüè dài) — to have a trace/hint of (a quality); to mention briefly, to touch on
Definition
略带 is a written verb meaning 'to carry a slight hint of' (a quality) or 'to mention in passing'. The first sense fits naturally into the subject position — e.g. 她的脸上略带笑容 — describing an impression rather than a concrete action.
verb
to have a trace/hint of (a quality)to mention brieflyto touch on
Examples
- 略带。Tā de liǎn shàng lüè dài yì sī xiào róng.There was a hint of a smile on her face.
- 略带。Qiū tiān de fēng lüè dài hán yì.The autumn wind carries a slight chill.
- 略带。Tā zài huì yì zhōng lüè dài le zhè ge wèn tí.He briefly touched on this issue during the meeting.
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