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The Chinese word **情趣 (qíngqù)** is a coordinative compound formed by combining two semantically related characters: **情 (qíng)**, meaning "feeling," "emotion," or "sentiment," and **趣 (qù)**, meaning "interest," "delight," or "appeal." Together, they create a new, nuanced meaning through a parallel or complementary relationship, where each element contributes to the whole. The resulting word signifies "emotional interest," "delightful sentiment," or "refined taste," referring to the charming appeal or aesthetic emotion found in something, such as in life, art, or personality. This formation is a classic example of how Chinese compounds often synthesize abstract qualities by uniting two conceptual building blocks.

Word Definition - 情趣

qíng qù inclinations and interests; delight; fun; interest; appeal

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