趣
interest; interesting; taste; surname
Meanings
4 senses · 20 examplesnoun
interest; fun; delight; taste
Refers to something that provokes interest or amusement. Can be suffixed with 'er' (儿).
This movie is very interesting.
The children had a great time in the amusement park, full of fun.
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The red peach blossoms and green willows enhance each other's beauty; the spring scenery is truly lovely.
Reading is the greatest pleasure in my life.
If you are bored (find it no fun), let's go.
adjective
interesting; amusing; funny
Used to describe events, stories, or objects that are entertaining.
He told me an amusing anecdote about his travels.
The newspaper published an interesting snippet of news.
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This is a very interesting book; I finished it in one sitting.
He is very humorous and often tells some funny jokes.
I still cannot forget that interesting experience.
noun
taste; inclination; aspiration; interest (in abstract things)
formalRefers to one's ambitions, tastes, or spiritual direction.
The two of them have different aspirations, so it's hard for them to become good friends.
This painting reflects the artist's elegant taste in life.
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We should cultivate noble tastes.
The architecture here is full of exotic charm.
One should have some zest for life and not be too rigid.
proper noun
a Chinese surname
A rare Chinese surname.
Qu is a rare surname.
I know a gentleman whose surname is Qu.
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Mr. Qu attended today's meeting.
The origin of the Qu surname can be traced back to ancient times.
It is hard to find the surname Qu in the Book of Hundred Surnames.