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No. 6,820 in Chinese

活灵活现

Vividly lifelike; exceptionally realistic.

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  • 那部电影里的角色演得活灵活现,仿佛真实存在。

    The characters in that movie were portrayed vividly, as if they truly existed.

    活灵活现 is used to describe the vivid and lifelike portrayal of the film's characters, emphasizing their realistic depiction.

  • 他讲故事的时候,总是用生动的语言和动作,让情节活灵活现展现在我们眼前。

    When he tells stories, he always uses vivid language and gestures, bringing the scenes to life before us.

    活灵活现 refers to making the story come alive, describing the dynamic and engaging storytelling method.

  • 画家用色彩和细腻的笔触把风景描绘得活灵活现,充满了生命力。

    The painter used colors and delicate strokes to depict the scenery vividly, full of vitality.

    活灵活现 is used to describe the depiction of the scenery, emphasizing its lively and realistic presentation.

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