foreshortening in Chinese

foreshortening in Chinese is 快捷.

foreshortening in Chinese

快捷

noun

Pronounced: kuài jié

(arts) A technique for creating the appearance that the object of a drawing is extending into space by shortening the lines with which that object is drawn.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "foreshortening" in Chinese?

"foreshortening" in Chinese is 快捷.

How do you pronounce 快捷?

"foreshortening" in Chinese is 快捷, pronounced "kuài jié".

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