magic in Chinese
magic in Chinese is 有魔力, 巫術, 魔法 — magic means the use of rituals, spells, or supernatural forces believed to influence events or beings beyond normal explanation.
magic in Chinese
有魔力
Pronounced: yǒu mó lì
Having supernatural talents, properties or qualities attributed to magic. [from 14th c.]
巫術
Pronounced: wū shù
(rare, countable) A specific ritual or procedure associated with such magic; a spell; a magical ability. [from 14th c.]
魔法
Pronounced: mó fǎ
The application of rituals or actions, especially those based on occult knowledge, to subdue or manipulate natural or supernatural beings and forces in order to have some benefit from them. [from 14th c.]
What does "magic" mean?
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noun The use of rituals, spells, or supernatural forces believed to influence events or beings beyond normal explanation.
"In the story, the young sorceress learns magic from an ancient scroll."
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noun The performance of tricks and illusions designed to look supernatural, done for entertainment.
"The children were delighted by the magic show at the birthday party."
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noun A remarkable, almost inexplicable quality that makes something work brilliantly or feel special.
"There's a certain magic to live theatre that film can never quite capture."
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adj Wonderful or excellent; producing extraordinary results.
"That was a magic performance from the whole team tonight."
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magic in a sentence
- In the story, the young sorceress learns magic from an ancient scroll.
- Villagers still whispered that the old healer used magic to cure the sick.
- The children were delighted by the magic show at the birthday party.
- There's a certain magic to live theatre that film can never quite capture.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "magic" in Chinese?
"magic" in Chinese is 有魔力, 巫術, 魔法. magic means: The use of rituals, spells, or supernatural forces believed to influence events or beings beyond normal explanation.
How do you pronounce 有魔力?
"magic" in Chinese is 有魔力, pronounced "yǒu mó lì".
How do you use "magic" in a sentence?
Example: "In the story, the young sorceress learns magic from an ancient scroll." In Chinese, "magic" is 有魔力, 巫術, 魔法.
Are there other ways to say "magic" in Chinese?
Yes — Chinese has 3 translations listed for "magic": 有魔力, 巫術, 魔法.
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