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有意思
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What does "有意思" mean in English?
interesting这部电影很有意思。
This movie is very interesting.
How to use "有意思" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
informal
Interesting, fun, or engaging
这个游戏有意思吗？
Is this game interesting?
他讲的故事很有意思。
The story he told was very interesting.
Commonly used to describe things that are entertaining or worth paying attention to.
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Pro Tip
Common Usage
This phrase is very common in everyday conversation to describe things that are fun or engaging.
Gold Rule
Positive Connotation
Always conveys a positive or neutral tone; never negative.
Word Origin
Combination of 有 (to have) and 意思 (meaning, idea), literally 'to have meaning'
Usage Notes
Often used to describe activities, stories, or experiences that are enjoyable or thought-provoking.
Word Breakdown
有
to have
root意思
meaning, idea
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