迷人

• Pinyin: mí rén
• Hanzi breakdown: 迷 = 辶 (walk) + 米 (rice), wandering lost; 人 = person

Meaning

Charming; enchanting; captivating. Something or someone that attracts and fascinates.

Describes people, scenery, or things that have an irresistible appeal. Can describe physical attractiveness, scenic beauty, or intangible qualities like a charming personality or atmosphere.

Examples

1. 这座海滨城市的风景非常迷人。 The scenery of this coastal city is very charming.
2. 她有一双迷人的大眼睛。 She has a pair of captivating big eyes.
3. 夜晚的灯光营造出迷人的氛围。 The evening lights create an enchanting atmosphere.

Usage Guide

Context: appearance, scenery, atmosphere

Tone: positive

Do Say

• 她的笑容非常迷人。(Her smile is very charming.)
• 这里的夜景迷人极了。(The night view here is absolutely enchanting.)

Don't Say

• 这道数学题很迷人。(迷人 describes aesthetic or emotional appeal, not intellectual interest — use 有趣 for interesting problems)

Origin & History

迷 (mí, fascinate/lost) + 人 (rén, person). Causing people to be fascinated or enchanted.

Cultural Context

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal