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“decorative object” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinbǎi shè

Example

房间里有很多摆设。fáng jiān lǐ yǒu hěn duō bǎi shè

There are many decorative objects in the room.

Illustration for 摆设 (decorative object)

How to say “decorative object” in Chinese

“Decorative object” in Chinese is 摆设 (bǎi shè).

A set of visible things deliberately placed to make a room or shop look finished and inviting.

Full entry for 摆设: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 摆设

这些摆设看着漂亮，但不太实用。zhè xiē bǎi shè kàn zhe piào liàng dàn bú tài shí yòng

These decorative objects look beautiful, but are not very practical.

Tips for using 摆设

  • Calling a person 摆设 (bǎishè, "decorative object") suggests that the person is present only for appearance, so the word can sound insulting in that use.

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