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March 24, 2026
美丽(美麗)měilì(mei3li4)
美丽 (měi lì) means 'beautiful' and is often used to describe people, places, or things that have an aesthetically pleasing quality. It conveys a sense of admiration and is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, such as complimenting someone's appearance or describing a scenic landscape.
Strokes16Frequency#1151DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, beauty is often associated with harmony and balance, both in nature and in personal appearance. The concept of 美丽 is deeply rooted in traditional aesthetics, where beauty is seen as embodying virtues such as grace and tranquility.
Memory Tip
Think of 美 (měi) as representing beauty and丽 (lì) as a lovely lady. Picture a lovely lady standing in a beautiful garden, with flowers blooming all around her, emphasizing the beauty of the scene. The sound 'mei' can remind you of 'may,' as in 'may I find beauty in everything?'
Meanings of 美丽
měilì(mei3li4)
1beautiful
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About 美丽
美丽Simplified
美麗Traditional
16Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#1151Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2
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优美 (yōuměi) - use 美丽 (měilì) for a more general sense of beauty, while 优美 (yōuměi) often implies elegance and grace.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 美丽 with 漂亮 (piàoliang), which also means 'beautiful' but is more informal. Be mindful to use 美丽 in contexts that require a touch of elegance or formality. Additionally, remember that the tone is important; mispronouncing it can lead to confusion.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 4, students should focus on expanding their vocabulary related to beauty and aesthetics. Connecting 美丽 with other adjectives like 漂亮 (piàoliang) or 迷人 (mírén) will enhance conversational skills and comprehension.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 美丽 by placing it in the wrong context, such as saying '这本书很美丽' (This book is beautiful), which should be '这本书很漂亮'. Remember, 美丽 is best for describing people or nature rather than objects like books.
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美丽 (měi lì) means 'beautiful' and is often used to describe people, places, or things that have an aesthetically pleasing quality. It conveys a sense of admiration and is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, such as complimenting someone's appearance or describing a scenic landscape.
When to use 美丽
Learners often confuse 美丽 with 漂亮 (piàoliang), which also means 'beautiful' but is more informal. Be mindful to use 美丽 in contexts that require a touch of elegance or formality. Additionally, remember that the tone is important; mispronouncing it can lead to confusion.
美丽 or something close to it
优美 (yōuměi) - use 美丽 (měilì) for a more general sense of beauty, while 优美 (yōuměi) often implies elegance and grace.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 美丽 by placing it in the wrong context, such as saying '这本书很美丽' (This book is beautiful), which should be '这本书很漂亮'. Remember, 美丽 is best for describing people or nature rather than objects like books.
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Grammar Patterns of 美丽
美丽 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
