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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
晶莹jīngyíngsparkling and translucentHSK 7, unknown, 22 strokes, rank #38991, Very Hard
jīngyíng(jing1ying2)jing ying T1
  1. 1sparkling and translucent
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March 24, 2026

晶莹(晶瑩)jīngyíng(jing1ying2)

晶莹 (jīng yíng) describes something that is sparkling and translucent, often used to refer to objects like crystals, water droplets, or any shiny surface that reflects light. This word conveys a sense of clarity and brightness, making it common in poetic or descriptive language.

Strokes22Frequency#38991DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, the imagery of crystal and sparkling water is often associated with purity and beauty, which is reflected in poetry and art. The appreciation for clear, sparkling natural elements can also be seen in traditional Chinese gardens.

Memory tip

Imagine a crystal-clear lake shimmering under the sun, where each drop of water sparkles like a diamond. The character 晶 (jīng) suggests clarity, resembling the sharp edges of a crystal, while 莹 (yíng) hints at the glowing light reflecting off it.

Meanings of 晶莹

jīngyíng(jing1ying2)
1sparkling and translucent
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About 晶莹

晶莹Simplified
晶瑩Traditional
22Strokes
—Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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晶亮 (jīng liàng) — use 晶莹 for a focus on translucence and clarity, while 晶亮 emphasizes brightness and shininess.

Usage Notes

Be mindful of context when using 晶莹, as it is more poetic and descriptive, suitable for formal writing or artistic expressions rather than casual conversation. A common mistake is confusing it with other words for shiny or bright, such as 闪亮 (shǎn liàng).

HSK Study Tips

Although 晶莹 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it can be related to words at HSK 4 and above that describe qualities (like 明亮, míng liàng, bright). Focus on understanding adjectives that convey visual characteristics.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 晶莹 with similar-sounding words like 精英 (jīng yīng, elite), which changes the meaning entirely. Remember, 晶莹 is about sparkling clarity, while 精英 refers to excellence or elite status.

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Component characters

晶jīngcrystal
12 strokes日
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莹yíngbright, lustrous, sparkling like a gem
10 strokes艹
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How to say sparkling and translucent in Chinese

“sparkling and translucent” in Chinese is晶莹jīngyíng

晶莹 (jīng yíng) describes something that is sparkling and translucent, often used to refer to objects like crystals, water droplets, or any shiny surface that reflects light. This word conveys a sense of clarity and brightness, making it common in poetic or descriptive language.

When to use 晶莹

Be mindful of context when using 晶莹, as it is more poetic and descriptive, suitable for formal writing or artistic expressions rather than casual conversation. A common mistake is confusing it with other words for shiny or bright, such as 闪亮 (shǎn liàng).

晶莹 or something close to it

晶亮 (jīng liàng) — use 晶莹 for a focus on translucence and clarity, while 晶亮 emphasizes brightness and shininess.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 晶莹 with similar-sounding words like 精英 (jīng yīng, elite), which changes the meaning entirely. Remember, 晶莹 is about sparkling clarity, while 精英 refers to excellence or elite status.

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Frequently asked questions about 晶莹

Some synonyms include 亮丽 (liàng lì) which means bright and beautiful, and 清澈 (qīng chè) which means clear.

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