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B2 adjective 9 min de lecture

奇妙

qímiao

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Explication 奇妙 in your Level:

At the A1 level, you can think of 奇妙 (qímiào) as a very high-level version of 'good' (好) or 'pretty' (漂亮). You don't need to worry about the complex nuances yet. Just remember that it is used to describe things that make you go 'Wow!' It is like 'wonderful' in English. You might use it to describe a movie you liked or a cool toy. For example, 'This book is 奇妙' (这本书很奇妙). It is a positive word that shows you think something is special and interesting. Even if you don't use it often, recognizing it will help you understand when someone is praising something in a slightly more excited way.

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At the A2 level, you should start to see how 奇妙 (qímiào) is different from just 'good'. It is often used to describe things that are a bit surprising or 'marvelous'. You might use it to describe a trip to the zoo where you saw 'wonderful' animals, or a 'wonderful' story your teacher told you. You will notice it often comes before a noun with the word 'de' (的), like '奇妙的礼物' (a wonderful gift). It's a great word to use when you want to show more emotion than just '喜欢' (to like). It suggests that the thing you are talking about is not just nice, but also a bit special or clever.

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By B1, you should be comfortable using 奇妙 (qímiào) to describe experiences and ideas. It is a key word for expressing 'wonder'. You can use it to talk about the 'wonderful' changes in your life or the 'marvelous' technology we use every day. You should also start to distinguish it from '奇怪' (strange). While '奇怪' might mean something is weird in a bad way, '奇妙' means it is unusual in a beautiful or smart way. For example, if a friend has a '奇妙的想法' (wonderful idea), it means you think their idea is very creative and clever. It adds a layer of sophistication to your descriptions of travel, hobbies, and feelings.

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At the B2 level, you are expected to understand the nuance of 'ingenuity' and 'subtlety' within 奇妙 (qímiào). You should be able to use it in discussions about nature, science, and art. It describes phenomena that are marvelous because of their complexity or the way they work. For instance, the '奇妙' relationship between different species in an ecosystem. You should also be able to use it to describe abstract feelings, like a '奇妙的感觉' (a marvelous/indescribable feeling) when achieving a goal. At this level, you should recognize that '奇妙' implies a sense of intellectual appreciation for how something is constructed or how it happened by chance.

At the C1 level, you should appreciate the literary and philosophical weight of 奇妙 (qímiào). It is often used in essays to describe the 'marvelous' nature of existence or the 'subtle' workings of the human mind. You might use it to critique a piece of literature, noting the '奇妙的构思' (marvelous/ingenious structure) of a novel. You should be able to distinguish it from more formal words like '奥妙' (profound mystery) or '精妙' (exquisite/fine). '奇妙' remains the most versatile, carrying a sense of wonder that is both emotional and intellectual. You can use it to describe the 'marvelous' irony in a situation or the 'wonderful' way language evolves over time.

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At the C2 level, you use 奇妙 (qímiào) with total precision, often utilizing it to evoke specific aesthetic responses. You understand its roots in classical thought—where the 'strange' (奇) and the 'subtle' (妙) are highly valued qualities in art and calligraphy. You might use it to describe the 'marvelous' balance in a piece of ancient philosophy or the 'wonderful' yet inexplicable coincidences of history. In your own writing, you can use it to create a tone of sophisticated awe. It becomes a tool for expressing the sublime—those moments where human understanding meets the marvelous complexity of the world, whether in high-level scientific theory or avant-garde art.

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奇妙 en 30 secondes

奇妙 (qímiào) is a B2-level adjective meaning 'wonderful' or 'marvelous', combining 'unusual' and 'clever' nuances.
It is primarily positive, used for nature, science, art, and ingenious ideas, unlike the neutral/negative '奇怪' (strange).
Commonly paired with '的' before nouns or used with degree adverbs like '非常' to express deep admiration.
It suggests a blend of beauty and complexity that sparks curiosity and intellectual or emotional delight.

The Chinese word 奇妙 (qímiào) is a fascinating adjective that captures a unique blend of wonder, ingenuity, and the slightly mysterious. At its core, it is composed of two characters: 奇 (qí), meaning 'strange' or 'unusual', and 妙 (miào), meaning 'wonderful', 'clever', or 'subtle'. When combined, they describe something that is not just beautiful, but strikingly marvelous in a way that often defies simple explanation or evokes a sense of curious delight. You will encounter this word frequently in literature, scientific discussions regarding the 'wonders' of nature, and in everyday conversation when someone wants to express that an idea or an experience is exceptionally clever or enchanting.

Core Essence: It represents the intersection of the unexpected and the exquisite. If something is 'qímiào', it surprises you with its brilliance or its perfect, often hidden, logic.
Visual Nuance: Imagine a complex clockwork mechanism or the intricate patterns of a snowflake; both are 'qímiào' because they are both beautiful and structurally fascinating.

“大自然中有许多奇妙的景观，等待着我们去探索。” (There are many wonderful and mysterious sights in nature waiting for us to explore.)

In a modern context, you might use 奇妙 to describe a 'wonderful' twist in a movie plot or a 'marvelous' coincidence that brings two long-lost friends together. It differs from 美丽 (měilì - beautiful) because it implies an intellectual or spiritual stimulation rather than just visual pleasure. It also differs from 奇怪 (qíguài - strange) because while 'strange' can be negative or confusing, 奇妙 is almost always positive and full of admiration.

“这真是一个奇妙的主意！” (This is truly a marvelous/ingenious idea!)

Furthermore, the word is often associated with the 'magic' of childhood or the 'wonders' of the universe. In Chinese translations of Western media, 'Alice in Wonderland' is known as 爱丽丝梦游仙境 (Àilìsī Mèngyóu Xiānjìng), but the adjective describing her journey is often 奇妙. It evokes a sense of surreal beauty. In scientific contexts, the 'wonderful' world of quantum physics or the 'marvelous' adaptations of deep-sea creatures would both be described using this term.

Register Note: While common in literature, it is perfectly natural in spoken Chinese when expressing genuine amazement at something clever or beautiful.

Using 奇妙 (qímiào) correctly requires understanding its role as an attributive adjective (modifying a noun) or a predicative adjective (following a subject). Because it is a two-syllable adjective, it often takes the particle 的 (de) when it comes before a noun. For example, 奇妙的世界 (qímiào de shìjiè) means 'a wonderful world'. When used after a verb, it often describes the result or the feeling of an action.

“音乐带给我一种奇妙的感觉。” (Music brings me a wonderful/marvelous feeling.)

One of the most common structures is [Subject] + [Degree Adverb] + 奇妙. Adverbs like 非常 (fēicháng - very), 真 (zhēn - truly), or 太...了 (tài...le - too/so) are frequently paired with it to emphasize the intensity of the wonder. For instance, 这种巧合太奇妙了 (Zhè zhǒng qiǎohé tài qímiào le) translates to 'This coincidence is so wonderful/marvelous'.

Common Collocations: 1. 奇妙的想法 (A wonderful/ingenious idea)
2. 奇妙的旅程 (A marvelous journey)
3. 奇妙的变化 (A wonderful/mysterious change)

In more formal or literary writing, 奇妙 can be used to describe abstract concepts like 'the marvelous nature of fate' (缘分的奇妙). It suggests that the complexity of how people meet and interact is something to be admired. It is rarely used for simple physical traits; you wouldn't usually call a person 'qímiào' unless you are referring to their strange yet fascinating personality or their 'marvelous' talents.

“这个化学反应的过程非常奇妙。” (The process of this chemical reaction is very marvelous/fascinating.)

When describing art or music, 奇妙 highlights the creativity involved. It suggests the artist has done something clever that the viewer finds delightful. For example, a 'marvelous melody' (奇妙的旋律) implies the tune is not just catchy, but has an unexpected and beautiful structure. In professional settings, you might describe a 'marvelous solution' to a difficult problem, implying that the solution was both effective and surprisingly smart.

You will encounter 奇妙 (qímiào) in a variety of real-world contexts, ranging from the poetic to the scientific. One of the most common places is in the titles and descriptions of children's literature and animated films. Anything involving magic, talking animals, or hidden worlds will almost certainly use this word to set the tone of 'wonder'. For example, movie posters for fantasy films often use phrases like 开启一段奇妙的冒险 (Start a marvelous adventure) to entice the audience.

In Media: Nature documentaries (like those by BBC or National Geographic translated into Mandarin) frequently use '奇妙' to describe the 'Wonders of the Solar System' or the 'Marvelous World of Insects'.

“欢迎来到这个奇妙的微观世界。” (Welcome to this wonderful microscopic world.)

In everyday social media (like Little Red Book or WeChat Moments), people use 奇妙 to describe 'magical' travel experiences. If someone visits a hidden cafe in an alleyway or sees a double rainbow over a city, they might caption their photo with 奇妙的瞬间 (A marvelous moment). It conveys a sense of gratitude for the unexpected beauty of life. It’s also a common word in song lyrics, especially in Mandopop, where it describes the 'wonderful feeling' of falling in love or the 'marvelous' way fate works.

“他的魔术表演真是奇妙，我完全看不出破绽。” (His magic performance is truly marvelous; I couldn't see any flaws at all.)

In educational settings, teachers use 奇妙 to spark interest in students. A science teacher might say, 今天我们要学习水的奇妙循环 (Today we are going to learn about the marvelous cycle of water). It helps to frame the subject matter as something exciting and full of discovery rather than just a set of facts to memorize. In business, while less common than 'excellent' or 'efficient', it might be used to describe a 'marvelous synergy' between two departments or a 'wonderful' breakthrough in R&D.

While 奇妙 (qímiào) is a positive word, learners often trip up by confusing it with other words that share the character 奇 (qí) or 妙 (miào). The most frequent error is using it as a direct synonym for 奇怪 (qíguài). Remember: 奇怪 is 'strange/weird' and often has a neutral or negative connotation. If you see a three-legged cat, that is 奇怪. If you see a cat that can play the piano beautifully, that is 奇妙.

Mistake 1: Confusing with 'Strange': Incorrect: “这个味道很奇妙，我不喜欢。” (This taste is marvelous, I don't like it.)
Correct: “这个味道很奇怪，我不喜欢。” (This taste is strange, I don't like it.)

Another common mistake is overusing 奇妙 for simple visual beauty. While you can use it for a sunset, it implies there is something 'marvelous' or 'clever' about the sunset (perhaps the way the colors blend). If you just mean 'pretty', stick with 漂亮 (piàoliang) or 美 (měi). Using 奇妙 too casually can make you sound like you are constantly in a state of existential awe, which might feel slightly dramatic in casual conversation.

“我刚才看到了一个奇妙的错误。” (I just saw a 'marvelous' mistake. - This is rarely used unless the mistake was incredibly clever or complex.)

Learners also sometimes confuse 奇妙 with 神奇 (shénqí). While they are very close, 神奇 lean more towards 'magical' or 'miraculous' (often implying supernatural or incredible power). 奇妙 is more about the 'cleverness' or 'ingenious wonder' of something. For instance, a medicine that cures a disease instantly is 神奇, but the way DNA codes for life is 奇妙.

Lastly, remember that 奇妙 is an adjective, not a noun. You cannot say 'The 奇妙 of this place' directly. You must say 'This place is very 奇妙' (这个地方很奇妙) or 'The 奇妙之处' (奇妙之处 - the marvelous part/point).

To truly master 奇妙 (qímiào), you should know its neighbors in the Chinese vocabulary. Depending on the context, you might want to swap it for a word that is more specific. Here is a breakdown of similar words and how they differ in nuance and register.

1. 神奇 (shénqí) - Magical / Miraculous: Comparison: While '奇妙' emphasizes wonder and ingenuity, '神奇' emphasizes the supernatural or the incredibly successful. You'd call a magician's trick '神奇' if it seems impossible, but '奇妙' if the mechanism is clever.
2. 巧妙 (qiǎomiào) - Ingenious / Skillful: Comparison: '巧妙' focuses almost entirely on the 'how'—the skill and cleverness of a design or solution. It lacks the sense of 'awe' or 'mystery' that '奇妙' carries. A '巧妙' plan is efficient and smart; a '奇妙' plan is that, plus it feels like a work of art.
3. 奇特 (qítè) - Peculiar / Unique: Comparison: '奇特' is more neutral. It describes something that is very different from the norm. It doesn't necessarily have to be 'wonderful'. A '奇特' rock formation is just unusual-looking; a '奇妙' rock formation makes you feel a sense of wonder at nature's power.

“这个设计的巧妙之处在于它节省了空间。” (The ingenious part of this design is that it saves space.)

In formal literature, you might encounter 奥妙 (àomiào), which means 'profound and subtle'. This is used for deep truths or the mysteries of the universe. While 奇妙 can be used for a beautiful butterfly, 奥妙 would be used for the complex biological laws that govern its life. If you are looking for a more casual alternative, young people might just use 厉害 (lìhai - amazing/awesome) or 牛 (niú - cool), but these lack the poetic beauty of 奇妙.

How Formal Is It?

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In ancient Chinese philosophy, '妙' (miào) is often used to describe the Tao (The Way) because it is so subtle and wonderful that it cannot be easily put into words. Combining it with '奇' adds a layer of 'striking' wonder.

Guide de prononciation

UK /tɕʰi˧˥ mjaʊ˥˩/

US /tɕʰi˧˥ mjaʊ˥˩/

In Chinese, both syllables are stressed equally, but the tones (rising then falling) give it its rhythmic character.

Rime avec

巧妙 (qiǎomiào) 美妙 (měimiào) 微妙 (wēimiào) 要 (yào) 笑 (xiào) 鸟 (niǎo) 表 (biǎo) 少 (shǎo)

Erreurs fréquentes

Pronouncing 'qi' like 'key' (it should be 'chee').
Misplacing the tones (saying 'qì miāo' instead of 'qí miào').
Confusing the 'miao' sound with 'mao'.
Treating 'q' as a 'k' sound as in English.
Failing to glide the 'i' and 'a' in 'miao' smoothly.

Niveau de difficulté

Lecture 3/5

The characters are moderately common but '妙' can be tricky to write correctly.

Écriture 4/5

Requires remembering the components of '奇' and '妙', especially the '少' part of '妙'.

Expression orale 2/5

Pinyin is straightforward, but tones must be precise to sound natural.

Écoute 2/5

Easy to recognize in context due to its unique sound profile.

Quoi apprendre ensuite

Prérequis

奇怪 (qíguài) 好 (hǎo) 漂亮 (piàoliang) 想法 (xiǎngfǎ) 世界 (shìjiè)

Apprends ensuite

神奇 (shénqí) 巧妙 (qiǎomiào) 奥妙 (àomiào) 精彩 (jīngcǎi) 想象力 (xiǎngxiànglì)

Avancé

精妙绝伦 (jīngmiàojuélún) 神机妙算 (shénjīmiàosuàn) 莫名其妙 (mòmíngqímiào) 叹为观止 (tànwéiguānzhǐ)

Grammaire à connaître

Adjective + 的 + Noun

奇妙的音乐 (Wonderful music)

Degree Adverb + Adjective

非常奇妙 (Very wonderful)

Subject + 变得 + Adjective

事情变得奇妙了。(Things became wonderful/mysterious.)

一种 + Adjective + 的 + Abstract Noun

一种奇妙的感觉 (A wonderful feeling)

Negative 'Not wonderful' (不奇妙)

这并不奇妙。(This is not marvelous.)

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Exemples par niveau

这是一个奇妙的世界。

This is a wonderful world.

Subject + 是 + 奇妙的 + Noun.

这个玩具很奇妙。

This toy is wonderful/marvelous.

Subject + 很 + 奇妙.

奇妙的小猫在跑。

The wonderful little cat is running.

Attributive use with 'de' omitted for rhythm (less common, usually needs 'de').

我有一个奇妙的想法。

I have a wonderful idea.

Subject + 有 + 奇妙的 + Noun.

大自然很奇妙。

Nature is wonderful.

Simple Subject-Predicate structure.

这本书真奇妙！

This book is truly wonderful!

Use of '真' for emphasis.

奇妙的音乐很好听。

The wonderful music sounds good.

Adjective modifying the subject.

我们看奇妙的电影。

We are watching a wonderful movie.

Verb + 奇妙的 + Noun.

我们在森林里看到了奇妙的动物。

We saw wonderful animals in the forest.

Prepositional phrase + Verb + Object.

这个故事的结尾非常奇妙。

The ending of this story is very wonderful.

Possessive 'de' + Subject + Adverb + Adjective.

他送给我一个奇妙的礼物。

He gave me a wonderful gift.

Double object construction.

天空的颜色变得很奇妙。

The color of the sky has become very wonderful/unusual.

Verb 'become' (变得) + Adjective.

奇妙的旅行结束了。

The wonderful journey has ended.

Subject with adjective.

我喜欢听奇妙的科学故事。

I like listening to wonderful science stories.

Verb + 奇妙的 + Compound Noun.

这个机器的设计很奇妙。

The design of this machine is very wonderful/clever.

Focus on the 'clever' aspect of 奇妙.

她跳了一支奇妙的舞。

She performed a wonderful dance.

Measure word '支' for dances.

这种植物的生长过程非常奇妙。

The growth process of this plant is very marvelous.

Abstract noun as subject.

我感到一种奇妙的力量在支持我。

I feel a wonderful/mysterious power supporting me.

Verb 'feel' (感到) + Object.

这个小镇有一种奇妙的气氛。

This small town has a wonderful/marvelous atmosphere.

Describing atmosphere.

通过这个奇妙的实验，我们学到了很多。

Through this wonderful experiment, we learned a lot.

Prepositional phrase 'through' (通过).

由于一个奇妙的巧合，我们又见面了。

Due to a wonderful coincidence, we met again.

Conjunction 'due to' (由于).

这首诗描绘了一个奇妙的梦境。

This poem depicts a wonderful dreamscape.

Verb 'depict' (描绘).

互联网是一个奇妙的发明。

The internet is a wonderful invention.

Noun as 'invention' (发明).

他的画作展现了奇妙的想象力。

His paintings show wonderful imagination.

Verb 'show/display' (展现).

量子物理揭示了一个奇妙的微观世界。

Quantum physics reveals a marvelous microscopic world.

Scientific context.

这种药的效果真是奇妙，我的病很快就好了。

The effect of this medicine is truly marvelous; I recovered quickly.

Describing efficacy.

这部电影用奇妙的手法表现了时间流逝。

This movie uses marvelous techniques to show the passage of time.

Describing artistic technique (手法).

在深海里，生活着许多形状奇妙的生物。

In the deep sea, many creatures with wonderful shapes live.

Adjective modifying 'shapes' (形状).

他总能找到奇妙的角度来看待问题。

He can always find a marvelous perspective to look at problems.

Metaphorical use of 'angle' (角度).

这种奇妙的联系让我们感到惊讶。

This wonderful connection makes us feel surprised.

Abstract connection (联系).

建筑师利用光影创造了奇妙的视觉效果。

The architect used light and shadow to create marvelous visual effects.

Technical/artistic result.

冬天的雪花有着奇妙的对称美。

Winter snowflakes have a marvelous symmetrical beauty.

Compound noun 'symmetrical beauty' (对称美).

作者在文中构建了一个奇妙而复杂的逻辑体系。

The author constructed a marvelous and complex logical system in the text.

Coordinated adjectives with '而'.

生命演化的过程本身就是一场奇妙的旅程。

The process of biological evolution itself is a marvelous journey.

Philosophical/scientific subject.

这种翻译巧妙地保留了原著中奇妙的神韵。

This translation skillfully preserved the wonderful spirit/charm of the original work.

Niche noun 'spirit/charm' (神韵).

城市规划中，新旧建筑的融合产生了一种奇妙的张力。

In urban planning, the fusion of new and old buildings creates a marvelous tension.

Abstract concept 'tension' (张力).

他那奇妙的幽默感总是能化解尴尬的局面。

His marvelous sense of humor can always diffuse awkward situations.

Describing personality traits.

这件艺术品在不同光线下会呈现出奇妙的变化。

This artwork shows marvelous changes under different lighting.

Conditional context 'under light' (在光线下).

我们不得不佩服大自然那种奇妙的平衡能力。

We have to admire nature's marvelous ability to balance.

Verb 'admire' (佩服).

这种技术的奇妙之处在于它完全不需要外部能源。

The marvelous thing about this technology is that it requires no external energy.

Structure '...的奇妙之处' (the marvelous part of...).

该理论以一种奇妙的简洁性统一了看似矛盾的现象。

The theory unifies seemingly contradictory phenomena with a marvelous simplicity.

High-level academic noun 'simplicity' (简洁性).

在历史的奇妙交织中，这两位伟人竟然从未谋面。

In the marvelous intertwining of history, these two great men never actually met.

Literary phrase 'intertwining' (交织).

这部交响乐通过奇妙的和声营造出一种超凡脱俗的意境。

This symphony creates an otherworldly atmosphere through marvelous harmony.

Musicology terms 'harmony' (和声) and 'artistic conception' (意境).

这种文学风格在写实与奇幻之间达成了一种奇妙的平衡。

This literary style achieves a marvelous balance between realism and fantasy.

Literary criticism.

即便在最微小的细胞里，也蕴含着生命最奇妙的奥秘。

Even in the smallest cell, the most marvelous mysteries of life are contained.

Emphatic structure '即便...也...'.

这种奇妙的心理感应目前尚无法用科学完全解释。

This marvelous telepathy cannot yet be fully explained by science.

Pseudo-scientific/Psychological context.

他用一种奇妙的笔触，将枯燥的史实写得生动有趣。

With a marvelous brushstroke/style, he wrote dry historical facts vividly.

Metaphorical 'brushstroke' (笔触).

宇宙的奇妙就在于它的无限可能性与严密的规律性并存。

The wonder of the universe lies in the coexistence of infinite possibility and strict regularity.

Complex philosophical statement.

Collocations courantes

奇妙的想法

奇妙的旅程

奇妙的感觉

奇妙的变化

奇妙的巧合

奇妙的世界

奇妙的体验

构思奇妙

奇妙的缘分

景色奇妙

Phrases Courantes

奇妙之处

— The wonderful/marvelous part or aspect of something.

这就是这项技术的奇妙之处。

奇妙无比

— Incomparably wonderful; beyond marvelous.

那种感觉真是奇妙无比。

奇妙莫测

— Marvelous and unpredictable; mysterious.

大自然的规律奇妙莫测。

奇妙幻想

— Wonderful fantasy or whimsical thoughts.

孩子们的脑子里充满了奇妙幻想。

奇妙之门

— The door to a wonderful world (metaphorical).

科学为我们开启了奇妙之门。

奇妙之旅

— A marvelous journey (often used in marketing).

开启你的奇妙之旅吧。

奇妙音符

— Wonderful musical notes.

奇妙的音符在空气中跳动。

奇妙景观

— Marvelous sights or landscapes.

极光是地球上最奇妙的景观之一。

奇妙境地

— A wonderful state or place.

他进入了一个奇妙的艺术境地。

奇妙缘分

— A wonderful or mysterious fate/connection between people.

珍惜这段奇妙的缘分。

Souvent confondu avec

奇妙 vs 奇怪 (qíguài)

Strange/weird. Usually neutral or negative. '奇妙' is positive.

奇妙 vs 神奇 (shénqí)

Magical/miraculous. More focused on impossible results than clever design.

奇妙 vs 巧妙 (qiǎomiào)

Ingenious. Focuses on the 'how-to' and skill, lacking the 'awe' of '奇妙'.

Expressions idiomatiques

"莫名其妙"

— To be baffled; without rhyme or reason. Note: This uses '奇妙' in a more 'strange' sense.

他莫名其妙地发火了。

Common/Informal

"神机妙算"

— Wonderful foresight; very clever strategy.

诸葛亮真是神机妙算。

Literary/Historical

"奇思妙想"

— Whimsical ideas; fantastic and creative thoughts.

这个发明源于他的奇思妙想。

Neutral

"精妙绝伦"

— Exquisite beyond compare; absolutely marvelous.

这件刺绣作品精妙绝伦。

Formal

"匠心独妙"

— Original and ingenious craftsmanship.

这座建筑的设计匠心独妙。

Formal

"妙趣横生"

— Full of wit and humor; marvelous and fun.

他的演讲妙趣横生。

Neutral

"妙笔生花"

— To write with a 'marvelous pen' that makes flowers grow (gifted writing).

这位作家的文章真是妙笔生花。

Literary

"奇光异彩"

— Marvelous lights and extraordinary colors.

节日里的烟花呈现出奇光异彩。

Formal

"妙语连珠"

— A stream of clever/marvelous words; very witty.

他在辩论中妙语连珠。

Neutral

"奇珍异宝"

— Rare and marvelous treasures.

博物馆里收藏了许多奇珍异宝。

Formal

Facile à confondre

奇妙 vs 奇怪

Both start with '奇' (qí).

奇怪 means 'strange' or 'weird'. If you lose your keys, it's 奇怪. If your keys turn into butterflies, it's 奇妙.

他今天穿得很奇怪。(He's dressed strangely today.)

奇妙 vs 神奇

Both mean 'wonderful' or 'amazing'.

神奇 implies a miracle or magic power. 奇妙 implies a clever, fascinating, or subtle wonder.

这种药有神奇的效果。(This medicine has a miraculous effect.)

奇妙 vs 巧妙

Both end with '妙' (miào).

巧妙 is about being 'smart' or 'ingenious' in solving a problem. 奇妙 is about the 'wonder' of the thing itself.

他巧妙地避开了问题。(He skillfully/ingeniously avoided the question.)

奇妙 vs 奇特

Both describe unusual things.

奇特 means 'peculiar' or 'singular'. It's more about being different than being wonderful.

这种鸟的长相很奇特。(This bird's appearance is very peculiar.)

奇妙 vs 美妙

Both end with '妙' and are positive.

美妙 is 'beautiful and wonderful', often used for sensory things like music or a night. 奇妙 adds the element of 'strange wonder'.

生活是美妙的。(Life is beautiful/wonderful.)

Structures de phrases

这很奇妙。

奇妙的 + [Noun]

奇妙的礼物。

我感到一种奇妙的 + [Feeling]

我感到一种奇妙的快乐。

[Something] 的奇妙之处在于...

这个设计的奇妙之处在于它的简单。

在大自然的奇妙中...

在大自然的奇妙中，我们显得很渺小。

[Concept] 的奇妙交织...

历史与现实的奇妙交织。

真是一个奇妙的 + [Noun]

真是一个奇妙的巧合。

呈现出奇妙的 + [Visual]

呈现出奇妙的色彩。

Famille de mots

Noms

奇迹 (qíjì) - Miracle

妙处 (miàochù) - The wonderful part

好奇 (hàoqí) - Curiosity

Verbes

好奇 (hàoqí) - To be curious

称奇 (chēngqí) - To express surprise/wonder

Adjectifs

奇特 (qítè) - Peculiar

巧妙 (qiǎomiào) - Ingenious

神奇 (shénqí) - Magical

Apparenté

精彩 (jīngcǎi) - Splendid

壮观 (zhuàngguān) - Magnificent

特殊 (tèshū) - Special

神秘 (shénmì) - Mysterious

惊奇 (jīngqí) - Surprised/Amazed

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Comment l'utiliser

frequency

Common in written stories, nature shows, and polite conversation.

Erreurs courantes

Using 奇妙 to mean 'weird' in a bad way. → 奇怪 (qíguài)
奇妙 is for things you admire; 奇怪 is for things that are just odd or wrong.
Saying '很奇妙的' at the end of a sentence. → 很奇妙
You don't need '的' when the adjective is at the end of the sentence.
Using 奇妙 for a person's appearance. → 漂亮 (piàoliang) / 美 (měi)
奇妙 describes the 'wonder' of a thing or idea, not usually a person's physical looks.
Confusing 奇妙 with 巧妙 in a purely technical context. → 巧妙 (qiǎomiào)
If you only want to say a solution is 'smart' without the 'wonder', use 巧妙.
Miswriting the character '妙' as '秒' (second). → 妙
The left side must be '女' (woman), not '禾' (grain).

Astuces

The 'De' Rule

Always use '的' (de) when putting '奇妙' before a noun, like '奇妙的旅程'.

Positive vs Negative

Always remember: 奇妙 is positive (marvelous), 奇怪 is neutral/negative (strange).

Science & Nature

This is the best word to describe things you see in a nature documentary.

Common Idiom

Learn '奇思妙想' to describe someone with very creative and fantastic ideas.

Artistic Use

Use it to praise a clever detail in a painting or a movie.

Ingenuity

The '妙' part means 'clever', so use it when something is smart as well as wonderful.

Tone Accuracy

The fourth tone on '妙' should be sharp and clear to emphasize the wonder.

Essay Writing

Use '奇妙之处' to introduce the most interesting part of your topic.

Context Clues

If you hear 'qí' in a happy voice, it's likely '奇妙'. In a confused voice, it's '奇怪'.

English Equivalence

It translates well to 'marvelous', 'wonderful', or 'ingenious' depending on the noun.

Mémorise-le

Moyen mnémotechnique

Think of a 'Qi' (energy) that is 'Miao' (meow). A cat with magical energy is '奇妙' (wonderful/marvelous).

Association visuelle

Imagine a glowing, intricate golden clock floating in a dark forest. It is unusual (奇) and cleverly designed (妙).

Word Web

Nature Magic Cleverness Surprise Wonder Universe Art Coincidence

Défi

Try to find three things in your room right now that you could describe as '奇妙'. Maybe a complex plant, a piece of technology, or an old photograph.

Origine du mot

The word is a compound of two ancient Chinese characters. '奇' (qí) originally depicted a person (大) standing on one leg, suggesting something 'unusual' or 'unbalanced' compared to the norm. '妙' (miào) is composed of '女' (woman) and '少' (young/small), which in ancient aesthetics represented 'delicacy', 'subtlety', and 'youthful beauty'.

Sens originel : Originally, 'qí' referred to things that were rare or odd, while 'miào' referred to things that were subtle and exquisite. Their combination dates back over a millennium to describe things that are both unusual and perfectly fine.

Sino-Tibetan, Sinitic branch.

Contexte culturel

This word is universally positive and safe to use in all social contexts.

While English speakers might say 'weird' or 'strange' and mean 'cool', in Chinese, '奇妙' specifically keeps the 'cool/wonderful' part and leaves out the 'weird/creepy' part.

爱丽丝梦游仙境 (Alice's Adventures in Wonderland) 奇妙能力歌 (A famous song by Chen Li) 大自然的奇妙 (Common title for nature documentaries)

Pratique dans la vie réelle

Contextes réels

Describing Nature

奇妙的景观
大自然的奇妙
奇妙的生物
奇妙的循环

Discussing Ideas/Inventions

奇妙的想法
奇妙的构思
奇妙的设计
奇妙的解决办法

Travel/Experiences

奇妙的旅行
奇妙的体验
奇妙的偶遇
奇妙的夜晚

Feelings/Atmosphere

奇妙的感觉
奇妙的气氛
奇妙的缘分
心情很奇妙

Art/Music

奇妙的旋律
奇妙的色彩
奇妙的笔触
奇妙的意境

Amorces de conversation

"你觉得世界上最奇妙的事情是什么？ (What do you think is the most wonderful thing in the world?)"

"你曾经有过什么奇妙的旅行经历吗？ (Have you ever had any wonderful travel experiences?)"

"你最近听过最奇妙的想法是什么？ (What is the most wonderful/ingenious idea you've heard recently?)"

"你觉得大自然中哪种动物最奇妙？ (Which animal in nature do you think is the most marvelous?)"

"你相信人与人之间有奇妙的缘分吗？ (Do you believe there is a wonderful/mysterious fate between people?)"

Sujets d'écriture

描写一次让你感到奇妙的自然景观。 (Describe a natural sight that made you feel wonder.)

写一个关于奇妙发明的科幻小故事。 (Write a short sci-fi story about a marvelous invention.)

记录生活中一个奇妙的巧合。 (Record a wonderful coincidence in your life.)

如果你能拥有一个奇妙的能力，你希望是什么？ (If you could have a marvelous ability, what would it be?)

反思一下，为什么我们会觉得某些事物很奇妙？ (Reflect on why we find certain things marvelous.)

Questions fréquentes

10 questions

Usually, no. Calling a person '奇妙' sounds like you find them 'curiously marvelous' or 'enigmatically wonderful', which is rare. You would use it for their ideas or talents instead.

Yes. While '漂亮' (beautiful) is very common in speech, '奇妙' is more descriptive and is found more often in books and documentaries.

No. Although '奇' means strange, '奇妙' is almost always a compliment. Use '奇怪' for 'weird'.

It is '爱丽丝梦游仙境' (Àilìsī Mèngyóu Xiānjìng), but the word '奇妙' is often used to describe her adventures there.

Very rarely, and only with heavy irony. For example, 'A marvelous mistake' (奇妙的错误) would be sarcastic.

Think of '神奇' as 'magic' and '奇妙' as 'fascinating wonder'. A magic trick is '神奇', a beautiful complex fractal is '奇妙'.

Yes, but it means 'to be baffled' or 'without rhyme or reason'. It's a very common idiom.

Only if the food has a very complex, surprising, and wonderful taste. If you just like it, say '好吃'.

Yes, because it requires understanding the subtle difference between 'strange' and 'marvelous'.

In science, '奥妙' (àomiào) is often used for deep mysteries, but '奇妙' is perfect for the 'wonders' of nature.

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