No. 2,158 in Chinese
情节
"Plot" or "storyline."
In a sentence
这部电影的情节非常吸引人。
The plot of this movie is very engaging.
In this sentence, '情节' refers to the plot or storyline of a movie, highlighting its engaging nature.
故事的情节发展得很快，让人应接不暇。
The development of the story's plot is so rapid that it feels overwhelming.
Here, '情节' is used to denote the progression of events or developments in a story, emphasizing the rapid pace.
小说的情节很复杂，但很值得深入探讨。
The plot of the novel is complex but worth exploring in depth.
In this case, '情节' encompasses the intricate setup and connection of events within the narrative, suggesting depth and complexity.
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