small and exquisite; dainty; compact
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Meanings
1 sense · 3 examplesadjective
small and delicate; small and exquisite; dainty; compact
Describes objects, structures, or physical figures that are small in size but well-crafted, graceful, or nimble. Often carries a positive connotation of elegance within compactness.
Zhè这
kuǎn款
xīn新
chū出
de的
zhì智
néng能
shǒu手
jī机
fēi非
cháng常
xiǎo小
qiǎo巧
，
dān单
shǒu手
jiù就
néng能
cāo操
zuò作
。
This newly released smartphone is very compact and can be operated with one hand.
Tā她
suī虽
rán然
shēn身
cái材
xiǎo小
qiǎo巧
，
dàn但
zài在
lán篮
qiú球
chǎng场
shàng上
shí十
fēn分
líng灵
huó活
。
Although she has a small, petite frame, she is extremely agile on the basketball court.
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Zhè这
gè个
shǒu首
shì饰
hé盒
zuò做
de得
xiǎo小
qiǎo巧
jīng精
zhì致
，
hěn很
shì适
hé合
dāng当
lǐ礼
wù物
。
This jewelry box is made small and exquisite, making it very suitable as a gift.