Definition
美观 (měiguān) specifically describes the pleasing appearance of designed objects, buildings, or layouts — it is not used for people. Unlike 美丽 (měilì), which can describe people and scenery, and 美 (měi), which is broader (good, excellent), 美观 is limited to visual design and formality.
adjective
aestheticpleasing to the eyebeautiful (esp. of design, appearance)
Examples
- 美观。Zhè zuò jiànzhù de wàiguān měi guān.The exterior of this building is aesthetically pleasing.
- 美观。Zhège shǒujī de shèjì jì shíyòng yòu měi guān.The design of this phone is both practical and beautiful.
- 美观。Zhège huāyuán de bùjú hěn měi guān.The layout of this garden is very aesthetically pleasing.
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