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精灵

jīnglíng

English translation of 精灵

elf

In Chinese, '精灵' (jīnglíng) is used to describe a kind of mythical creature that is small, human-like, and has magical powers, much like the concept of 'elf' in English.


Example sentences using: 精灵

精灵是自然的保护者。

jīnglíng shì zìrán de bǎohùzhě.

English translation of 精灵是自然的保护者。

The sprite is the protector of nature.

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这个果汁有点像精灵的魔法。

zhè gè guǒzhī yǒudiǎn xiàng jīnglíng de mófǎ.

English translation of 这个果汁有点像精灵的魔法。

This juice is somewhat like fairy magic.

Here '精灵' is used metaphorically to refer to the unexpected, delightful experience of the juice's taste, associating it with fantasy or magic.

精灵声音像是音乐。

jīnglíng shēngyīn xiàng shì yīnyuè.

English translation of 精灵声音像是音乐。

The sprite's voice is like music.

This sentence uses '精灵' to describe an imaginary being, attributing to it a melodious voice like music.

快看,精灵合唱团来了。

kuài kàn, jīnglíng héchàngtuán lái le.

English translation of 快看,精灵合唱团来了。

Look quickly, the sprite choir is coming.

In this context, '精灵' could be referring to a group of people or characters known for their light-hearted or magical performances.

精灵为我们照亮道路。

jīnglíng wèi wǒmen zhàoliàng dàolù.

English translation of 精灵为我们照亮道路。

The sprite lights the way for us.

This sentence uses '精灵' to describe a helpful, guiding being in a figurative or literal path or journey.

我拥有一只小精灵。

wǒ yōngyǒu yī zhī xiǎo jīnglíng.

English translation of 我拥有一只小精灵。

I have a little sprite.

In this sentence, '精灵' is used in a playful or affectionate context, perhaps referring to a pet, toy or character.

这种鱼类像一个水精灵。

zhè zhǒng yú lèi xiàng yī gè shuǐ jīnglíng.

English translation of 这种鱼类像一个水精灵。

This kind of fish is like a water sprite.

The word '精灵' is used here to describe the fish's nimble movements and beauty, giving the fish a magical or mythical quality.

孩子们在追逐森林精灵。

háizi men zài zhuīzhú sēnlín jīnglíng.

English translation of 孩子们在追逐森林精灵。

The children are chasing the forest sprite.

This sentence uses '精灵' to incite a sense of playfulness and imagination within the context of a children's game.

精灵般的女孩跳起舞来。

jīnglíng bān de nǚhái tiào qǐ wǔ lái.

English translation of 精灵般的女孩跳起舞来。

The sprite-like girl begins to dance.

Here '精灵' is used metaphorically to describe a girl who is dancing with an ethereal, lively, or magical quality.

精灵在江河中游戏。

jīnglíng zài jiānghé zhōng yóuxì.

English translation of 精灵在江河中游戏。

The sprite is playing in the river.

This sentence is using '精灵' to describe a playful, imaginary creature in a natural setting.

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