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津津有味
jīnjīnyǒuwèi
with keen interest pleasure (idiom); with gusto
HSK 7, i, 32 strokes, rank #51787, Very Hard
津津有味
jīnjīnyǒuwèi
to relish
HSK 7, i, 32 strokes, rank #51787, Very Hard
津津有味
jīnjīnyǒuwèi
eagerly
HSK 7, i, 32 strokes, rank #51787, Very Hard
津津有味
jīnjīnyǒuwèi
with great interest
HSK 7, i, 32 strokes, rank #51787, Very Hard
jīnjīnyǒuwèi(jin1jin1you3wei4)jin jin you wei T1
1with keen interest pleasure (idiom); with gusto
2to relish
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津津有味jīnjīnyǒuwèi(jin1jin1you3wei4)
津津有味 is an idiomatic expression used to describe someone who is enjoying something with great enthusiasm or keen interest. It often refers to food, stories, or activities that captivate a person's attention, suggesting they are savoring the experience fully.
Strokes32Frequency#51787DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
This idiom reflects the Chinese appreciation for food and storytelling, which are central to social gatherings. It embodies the cultural value placed on savoring experiences, whether they are culinary or narrative in nature.
Memory tip
Imagine a person at a delicious feast, eagerly savoring every bite, their eyes lighting up with joy. The repetitive '津津' sounds like 'jin jin', representing the joy of relishing each morsel, while '有味' indicates that there is flavor or taste, emphasizing how delightful the experience is.
Meanings of 津津有味
jīnjīnyǒuwèi(jin1jin1you3wei4)
1with keen interest pleasure (idiom); with gusto
2to relish
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津津有味Simplified
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成语chéngyǔidiom (id.)Part of Speech
#51787Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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美味 (měiwèi) vs 津津有味: Use 美味 when specifically describing food as delicious, while 津津有味 emphasizes the enjoyment or enthusiasm in the experience.
Usage Notes
This idiom is typically used in informal contexts to express enjoyment. Common mistakes include using it to describe something mundane; it should only apply to experiences that are genuinely delightful or engaging. Be careful with the tones—'津津' is both first tone and should not be mixed with other tones.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 idiom, 津津有味 connects to other expressions of enjoyment and appreciation at this level. Focus on using it in descriptive contexts where you want to emphasize enthusiasm, such as in storytelling or discussing hobbies.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 津津有味 to describe neutral experiences, such as saying '我津津有味地看书' (I keenly enjoy reading a book). Instead, use it for engaging experiences like '他津津有味地吃饭' (He relishes his meal).
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How to say with keen interest pleasure (idiom); with gusto in Chinese
“with keen interest pleasure (idiom); with gusto” in Chinese is津津有味jīnjīnyǒuwèi
津津有味 is an idiomatic expression used to describe someone who is enjoying something with great enthusiasm or keen interest. It often refers to food, stories, or activities that captivate a person's attention, suggesting they are savoring the experience fully.
When to use 津津有味
This idiom is typically used in informal contexts to express enjoyment. Common mistakes include using it to describe something mundane; it should only apply to experiences that are genuinely delightful or engaging. Be careful with the tones—'津津' is both first tone and should not be mixed with other tones.
津津有味 or something close to it
美味 (měiwèi) vs 津津有味: Use 美味 when specifically describing food as delicious, while 津津有味 emphasizes the enjoyment or enthusiasm in the experience.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 津津有味 to describe neutral experiences, such as saying '我津津有味地看书' (I keenly enjoy reading a book). Instead, use it for engaging experiences like '他津津有味地吃饭' (He relishes his meal).
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Grammar patterns of 津津有味
津津有味 functions as a four-character idiom (成语). Treat it as a fixed unit; it usually plays the role of a single adjective, adverb, or noun phrase inside the larger sentence. It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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莉薇____地大口吃着点心。
Livy ate the pasties greedily and with huge enjoyment.
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莉薇津津有味地大口吃着点心。
lì wēi jīnjīnyǒuwèi dì dà kǒuchī zhe diǎnxin。
Livy ate the pasties greedily and with huge enjoyment.
2
无论是书、杂志，还是报纸，只要能弄得到，她都看得津津有味。
wúlùn shì shū、 zázhì， háishi bàozhǐ， zhǐyào néng nòng dédào， tā dōu kàn de jīnjīnyǒuwèi。
She devoured everything she could lay her hands on: books, magazines and newspapers.
3
他翻到里面的一篇论文,津津有味地读起来.
tā fān dào lǐmiàn de yī piān lùnwén, jīnjīnyǒuwèi dì dú qǐlái.
He turned to an editorial and began reading it with interest.
4
我们看她津津有味地嚼了两包花生米.
wǒmen kàn tā jīnjīnyǒuwèi dì jiáo le liǎng bāo huāshēng mǐ.
We watched her munch through two packets of peanuts.
5
小李津津有味地听着教授讲述古代历史的趣闻。
Xiǎo Lǐ jīnjīnyǒuwèi de tīngzhe jiàoshòu jiǎngshù gǔdài lìshǐ de qùwén.
Xiao Li listened with keen interest and pleasure as the professor recounted interesting stories from ancient history.
6
孩子们津津有味地观看着动物园里的大象表演。
Háizimen jīnjīnyǒuwèi de guānkànzhe dòngwùyuán lǐ de dàxiàng biǎoyǎn.
The children watched the elephant performance at the zoo with great interest and pleasure.
7
她津津有味地听着音乐会上的每一首曲子，完全沉浸在音乐的世界中。
Tā jīnjīnyǒuwèi de tīngzhe yīnyuèhuì shàng de měi yī shǒu qǔzi, wánquán chénjìn zài yīnyuè de shìjiè zhōng.
She listened to every piece at the concert with keen interest, completely immersed in the world of music.
8
他津津有味地品尝着厨师精心准备的每一道菜。
Tā jīnjīnyǒuwèi de pǐnchángzhe chúshī jīngxīn zhǔnbèi de měi yī dào cài.
He savored every dish prepared by the chef with gusto.
9
在图书馆里，她津津有味地阅读着一本关于宇宙奥秘的书。
Zài túshūguǎn lǐ, tā jīnjīnyǒuwèi de yuèdúzhe yī běn guānyú yǔzhòu àomì de shū.
In the library, she read a book about the mysteries of the universe with keen interest.
10
观众们津津有味地观看着舞台上的魔术表演，不时发出惊叹声。
Guānzhòngmen jīnjīnyǒuwèi de guānkànzhe wǔtái shàng de móshù biǎoyǎn, bùshí fāchū jīngtàn shēng.
The audience watched the magic show on stage with gusto, occasionally expressing their amazement.
11
小李津津有味地听着教授讲述古代历史的趣闻。
Xiǎo Lǐ jīnjīnyǒuwèi de tīngzhe jiàoshòu jiǎngshù gǔdài lìshǐ de qùwén.
Xiao Li listened with keen interest and pleasure as the professor recounted interesting stories from ancient history.
12
孩子们津津有味地观看着动物园里的大象表演。
Háizimen jīnjīnyǒuwèi de guānkànzhe dòngwùyuán lǐ de dàxiàng biǎoyǎn.
The children watched the elephant performance at the zoo with great interest and pleasure.
13
她津津有味地听着音乐会上的每一首曲子，完全沉浸在音乐的世界中。
Tā jīnjīnyǒuwèi de tīngzhe yīnyuèhuì shàng de měi yī shǒu qǔzi, wánquán chénjìn zài yīnyuè de shìjiè zhōng.
She listened to every piece at the concert with keen interest, completely immersed in the world of music.
14
他津津有味地品尝着厨师精心准备的每一道菜。
Tā jīnjīnyǒuwèi de pǐnchángzhe chúshī jīngxīn zhǔnbèi de měi yī dào cài.
He savored every dish prepared by the chef with gusto.
15
在图书馆里，她津津有味地阅读着一本关于宇宙奥秘的书。
Zài túshūguǎn lǐ, tā jīnjīnyǒuwèi de yuèdúzhe yī běn guānyú yǔzhòu àomì de shū.
In the library, she read a book about the mysteries of the universe with keen interest.
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观众们津津有味地观看着舞台上的魔术表演，不时发出惊叹声。
Guānzhòngmen jīnjīnyǒuwèi de guānkànzhe wǔtái shàng de móshù biǎoyǎn, bùshí fāchū jīngtàn shēng.
The audience watched the magic show on stage with gusto, occasionally expressing their amazement.
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No, this idiom should only be used for situations that are genuinely enjoyable or interesting.
It's generally more suited for informal contexts, such as conversations or casual writing.
You might use phrases like '兴致勃勃' (xing zhi bo bo) to express similar enthusiasm.
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