古典 (gǔ diǎn) — classical

Definition

Used to describe traditional styles of art, music, or literature, especially from the past. More focused on historical/traditional style than 经典, which emphasizes being a model or highest standard.

adjective
classical

Examples

  • 古典
    Tā fēi cháng xǐ huan gǔ diǎn yīn yuè, yóu qí shì bèi duō fēn de zuò pǐn.
    He really likes classical music, especially Beethoven's works.
  • 古典
    Zhè zuò jiàn zhù shì gǔ diǎn fēng gé de, xī yǐn le hěn duō yóu kè.
    This building is in a classical style and attracts many tourists.
  • Lǎo shī ràng wǒ men dú le yì piān gǔ diǎn wén xué zuò pǐn.
    The teacher had us read a classical literary work.

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