Ways to say it
| Chinese | Romanization (Wiktionary) |
|---|---|
| 風格 / 风格 | fēnggé |
| 格調 / 格调 | gédiào |
| 式樣 / 式样 | shìyàng |
| 樣式 / 样式 | yàngshì |
In Chinese, the word used for 'style' depends on whether you are discussing aesthetic character, physical design or social refinement. 風格 / 风格 is the most common term used when discussing the style of literature, art or a person's unique way of doing things. If you are referring to things being trendy or in vogue, you may use the phrase 潮流时尚.
Which one should you use?
There are distinct differences between the available terms: 風格 / 风格 refers to an artistic or aesthetic style, such as the characteristic style of an era or an artist. In contrast, 式樣 / 式样 refers more to a physical model or a specific design pattern. 格調 / 格调 is used to describe 'style' in terms of the underlying tone, temperament or the level of refinement and class of something, such as a piece of music or a person's character. Finally, 樣式 / 样式 is often used for the style of objects like furniture, clothing or architectural patterns, focusing on the outward appearance or type.
How do you pronounce it?
fēnggé
Did you know?
- In modern slang, the word 風格 / 风格 is often replaced by 范儿 (fànr) in Beijing to describe someone with a particular 'vibe' or a confident way of carrying themselves.
- In traditional Chinese calligraphy, 風格 / 风格 is not just about the look but is believed to reveal the moral character and 'spirit' of the writer.
- The word 格調 / 格调 includes the character 調 / 调, which also means 'tune' or 'melody'. This reflects the idea that a person's style or class is often described through the metaphorical lens of musical harmony.
Examples in context
- 这间建筑的风格独特而现代化。The style of this building is unique and modern.
- 我喜欢这条裙子的样式，很时尚。I like the style of this dress, it's very fashionable.
- 这个包的款式非常时尚。The style of this bag is very trendy.
- 这幅画的风格非常抽象。The style of this painting is very abstract.
- 这个音乐节的舞台设计呈现出独特的风格。The stage design of this music festival presents a unique style.
- 他的工作方式很有创意。His way of working is very creative.
- 这个老师的上课风格非常生动。This teacher's teaching style is very lively.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “style” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
