经典 jīngdiǎn the classics
the classics; scriptures; classical; classic (example, case etc); typical
How to remember 经典: 经 go through + 典 reference book = the classics.
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How it is used
- A classic; classic/timeless (adj) - 经典电影 (jīngdiǎn diànyǐng) a classic film; 这句话很经典 that line is a classic.
- Praises something as enduringly excellent and representative. Also 'the classics/scriptures'. Common colloquially for a memorable, quotable moment: 太经典了.