晶 (jīng) - Crystal, clear, bright — refers to something sparkling, & often used to describe crystals, quartz, or anything

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晶 · jīng

Crystal, clear, bright — refers to something sparkling, transparent, or brilliant;

often used to describe crystals, quartz, or anything with crystalline clarity.

Crystal, clear, bright — refers to something sparkling,often used to describe crystals, quartz, or anything

Usage highlights

CrystalCrystal clearCrystal chandelierCrystal ballCrystal nucleusSingle crystal

Synonyms

  • 亮— bright
  • 明— bright, clear
  • 莹— lustrous, crystal-clear

Antonyms

  • 暗— dark
  • 浊— turbid, muddy

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The crystal is very clear (水晶很晶莹).
  • She has crystal-clear eyes (她有一双晶莹的眼睛).
  • This is a crystal chandelier (这是水晶吊灯).
  • The morning dew sparkles like crystal (晨露晶莹).

Collocations

  • Crystal(水晶)
  • Crystal clear(晶莹)
  • Crystal chandelier(水晶灯)
  • Crystal ball(水晶球)
  • Crystal nucleus(晶核)
  • Single crystal(单晶)

Idioms

  • Crystal clear(晶莹剔透)
  • Crystal palace(水晶宫)
  • Crystal heart(水晶心)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In Chinese culture, crystal symbolizes purity, clarity, and positive energy, often used in feng shui and jewelry.
  • The character 晶, composed of three '日' (sun), represents extreme brightness and radiance.
  • Crystals are believed to have healing properties and are used in traditional practices.

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