耳目一新

Phát âm: ěr mù yī xīn Nghĩa đen: Ears and eyes completely renewed

Nguồn gốc & Cách sử dụng

This idiom appears in classical texts describing the sensation of encountering something refreshingly new. The ears (耳) and eyes (目) represent one's senses and perception, while 'completely renewed' (一新) suggests a total refresh of one's experience. The phrase emphasizes the delight of fresh perspectives after encountering innovative ideas, places, or creations. It celebrates novelty and the pleasure of having one's expectations pleasantly subverted. Modern usage commonly describes innovative designs, fresh approaches, or transformative experiences.

Ví dụ

Tiếng Anh: "The redesigned website gave visitors a refreshing new experience."

Tiếng Trung: 重新设计的网站让访客耳目一新。