(shuài) — handsome, good-looking (of a man's appearance); cool, stylish, impressive (of objects, actions, or someone's style)

Definition

帅 is used for men's looks and for things that look 'cool' (clothes, moves, style). 好看 works for anyone; 英俊 is a more formal, written word for handsome men.

adjective
handsomegood-looking (of a man's appearance)coolstylishimpressive (of objects, actions, or someone's style)

Examples

  • Tā chuān zhè jiàn yī fu zhēn shuài.
    He looks really handsome/smart in this outfit.
  • Zhè shuāng xīn yùn dòng xié tài shuài le!
    These new sneakers are so cool!
  • Tā chàng gē chàng dé zhēn shuài.
    He sings really well — it's cool to watch.

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