惊叹

• Pinyin: jīng tàn
• Desglose de hanzi: 惊 = amazed, startled; 叹 = 口 (mouth) + 又 — to sigh, to exclaim

Significado

Maravillarse; asombrarse con admiración.

Combines surprise with admiration. Used when encountering something impressive, beautiful, or extraordinary that prompts an exclamation of wonder. Often used for natural wonders, artistic achievements, or remarkable feats.

Ejemplos

1. 游客们无不惊叹于这座古建筑的精美工艺。
2. 她的歌声让全场观众惊叹不已。
3. 科学家们惊叹于宇宙的浩瀚无垠。

Guía de uso

Contexto: appreciation, wonder, admiration

Tono: positive

Correcto

• 令人惊叹。(Awe-inspiring.)
• 惊叹不已。(Marveling endlessly.)

Incorrecto

• 惊叹他的失败 (Don't use 惊叹 for negative things — it implies admiration; use 震惊 or 惊讶 for surprising failures)

Origen e historia

Composed of 惊 (startled; amazed) + 叹 (to sigh; exclaim). Together meaning to exclaim in amazement.

Contexto cultural

Generación: All ages

Contexto social: Universal