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English translation of 诗

poem

In Chinese, '诗' is used to describe a piece of writing in which the expression of feelings and ideas is given intensity by particular attention to diction, rhythm, and imagery. It is broadly used in the same contexts and with the same nuances as 'poem' in English.


Example sentences using:

你的诗让我哭了。

Nǐ de shī ràng wǒ kūle.

English translation of 你的诗让我哭了。

Your poetry made me cry.

This sentence implies the emotional impact of poetry. Something conveyed in a poem resonated so deeply with the speaker that it brought them to tears.

诗是人类灵魂的艺术。

Shī shì rénlèi línghún de yìshù.

English translation of 诗是人类灵魂的艺术。

Poetry is the art of the human soul.

This sentence introduces the concept of '诗(Poetry)' as an important form of human artistic expression. It reflects the high cultural status of poetry in Chinese society.

我们的诗会受误解。

Wǒmen de shī huì shòu wùjiě.

English translation of 我们的诗会受误解。

Our poetry can be misunderstood.

This sentence expresses the subjectivity of understanding poetry, indicating that not everyone may understand the intended meaning or emotion behind a poem.

他的诗非常深沉。

Tā de shī fēicháng shēnchén.

English translation of 他的诗非常深沉。

His poetry is very profound.

This sentence is used to praise the depth and thoughtfulness of someone's poetry, indicating a high level of appreciation.

唐朝的诗是最出名的。

Tángcháo de shī shì zuì chūmíng de.

English translation of 唐朝的诗是最出名的。

The poetry of the Tang Dynasty is the most famous.

This sentence is used to highlight the prominence and cultural significance of poetry during China's Tang Dynasty.

她的诗包含着深深的爱。

Tā de shī bāohánzhe shēn shēn de ài.

English translation of 她的诗包含着深深的爱。

Her poetry contains deep love.

In this sentence, the speaker points out that the theme of love is central to the mentioned woman's poetry, indicating the emotional richness of her work.

他用诗来表达情感。

Tā yòng shī lái biǎodá qínggǎn.

English translation of 他用诗来表达情感。

He uses poetry to express emotions.

This sentence shows that poetry is a medium used by the person to articulate his emotions or inner experiences.

她写诗来纪念他。

Tā xiě shī lái jìniàn tā.

English translation of 她写诗来纪念他。

She writes poetry to commemorate him.

In this sentence, the act of writing poetry is depicted as a way of honoring and remembering someone special, indicating the use of poetry as a form of tribute.

诗可以在任何地方写。

Shī kěyǐ zài rènhé dìfāng xiě.

English translation of 诗可以在任何地方写。

Poetry can be written anywhere.

This sentence indicates that poetry, as a form of expression, is not restricted to a specific place and can be composed anywhere.

这是我的第一首诗。

Zhè shì wǒ de dì yī shǒu shī.

English translation of 这是我的第一首诗。

This is my first poem.

In this sentence, the speaker is referring to their first attempt at writing poetry, suggesting a sense of pride or accomplishment.

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