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心旷神怡(心曠神怡)

xīn kuàng shén yíLife Philosophy

心旷神怡 (xīn kuàng shén yí) literally meansheart expansive spirit delightedand expressesfeeling carefree and happy”.This idiom is used when describing situations involving life philosophy.

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Pronunciation: xīn kuàng shén yí Literal meaning: Heart expansive spirit delighted

Origin & Usage

This idiom describes a state where the heart (心) feels expansive (旷) and the spirit (神) delighted (怡). It comes from Fan Zhongyan's famous Song Dynasty essay 'Memorial to Yueyang Tower,' describing the emotional effect of beautiful scenery. The phrase captures the Chinese aesthetic ideal of harmony between person and environment. It represents a moment of perfect contentment when cares dissolve and the spirit expands. Modern usage describes the refreshing effect of natural beauty, satisfying experiences, or moments of perfect peace.

When to Use

Situation: The mountain view made her feel refreshed and at ease.


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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 心旷神怡 mean in English?

心旷神怡 (xīn kuàng shén yí) literally translates toHeart expansive spirit delightedand is used to expressFeeling carefree and happy”. This Chinese idiom belongs to theLife Philosophy category..

When is 心旷神怡 used?

Situation: The mountain view made her feel refreshed and at ease.

What is the pinyin for 心旷神怡?

The pinyin pronunciation for 心旷神怡 isxīn kuàng shén yí”.

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