English–Chinese
“shabby” in Chinese
How to say “shabby” in Chinese
“Shabby” in Chinese is 简陋 (jiǎn lòu).
Basic in form but lacking the upkeep, equipment, or comfort that makes a setting feel welcoming.
Example sentences with 简陋
医院的设施太简陋，改善刻不容缓。yī yuàn de shè shī tài jiǎn lòu gǎi shàn kè bù róng huǎn
The hospital's facilities are too shabby, and improvement cannot wait.
Tips for using 简陋
- When describing housing conditions, it often comments on the overall setting, while naming one specific defect gives a more neutral account.
Other Chinese words for “shabby”
这件衣服太破旧了，我不想穿。zhè jiàn yī fú tài pò jiù le wǒ bù xiǎng chuān
This piece of clothing is too shabby, so I don't want to wear it.