神往 (shén wǎng) — to be fascinated, to be charmed (by a place, memory, or ideal)
Definition
Literary 'to be fascinated, enchanted' — used for places, memories, or ideals that captivate the imagination. Typically appears with 令人, not as a standalone main verb in everyday speech.
verb
to be fascinatedto be charmed (by a place, memory, or ideal)
Examples
- 。Nà lǐ de fēng jǐng lìng rén shén wǎng.The scenery there is fascinating.
- 神往。Tā duì gǔ dài wén huà shí fēn shén wǎng.He is deeply fascinated by ancient culture.
- ，。Tóng nián shí guāng lìng rén shén wǎng, ràng rén huái niàn.Childhood days are enchanting and make one nostalgic.
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