壮丽

• Pinyin: zhuàng lì
• Hanzi breakdown: 壮 = 丬 + 士 (grand); 丽 = 一 + 冂 + 丶丶 (beautiful)

Meaning

Magnificent; majestic; grand and beautiful. Describing scenery or achievements of impressive scale and beauty.

A formal, literary adjective for awe-inspiring natural landscapes, architectural wonders, or metaphorically for great undertakings and legacies. Combines strength and beauty.

Examples

1. 长城的壮丽景色令人叹为观止。 The magnificent scenery of the Great Wall is breathtaking.
2. 夕阳映照下的群山显得格外壮丽。 Under the glow of the setting sun, the mountains look especially majestic.
3. 他们谱写了一曲壮丽的人生乐章。 They composed a magnificent chapter in their lives.

Usage Guide

Context: literature, tourism, description

Tone: admiring

Do Say

• 这部史诗影片展现了壮丽的战争场面。(This epic film showcases magnificent battle scenes.)
• 雪山的壮丽美景吸引了无数摄影爱好者。(The majestic beauty of the snow mountains attracts countless photography enthusiasts.)

Don't Say

• 这道菜很壮丽 — use 精美 or 漂亮 for food presentation; 壮丽 is for grand scenery

Origin & History

壮 (grand, magnificent) + 丽 (beautiful)

Cultural Context

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal