zhōng​xī​hé​bì

harmonious combination of Chinese and Western elements

  • created sense approved 中西合璧 · zhōng​xī​hé​bì · harmonious combination of Chinese and Western elements — "Initial import from upstream dictionary"

    中西合璧

    zhōng​xī​hé​bì

    harmonious combination of Chinese and Western elements

    A harmonious blend of Chinese and Western styles or characteristics; often used to describe architecture, art, or lifestyle where both traditions are combined effectively

    中 (literal) → 中 · zhōng · China 西 (literal) → 西 · xī · the West 合璧 (literal) → 合璧 · hé​bì · to combine harmoniously

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