惊叹

• 拼音: jīng tàn
• 汉字拆解: 惊 = amazed, startled; 叹 = 口 (mouth) + 又 — to sigh, to exclaim

含义

To marvel at; to gasp in admiration. Expressing wonder and amazement.

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.

例句

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。

用法指南

语境: appreciation, wonder, admiration

语气: positive

正确说法

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

错误说法

• 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)

起源与历史

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

文化背景

世代: All ages

社会背景: Universal