《人间词话》英译（三十二）

词之雅郑，在神不在貌。永叔、少游虽作艳语，终有品格。方之美成，便有淑女与倡伎之别。

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The refinement or lack of refinement of tz’u lies in their spirit rather than in their outward appearance. Although Ouyang Hsiu and Ch’in Kuan wrote love songs, in the final analysis they maintained their dignity. But place them beside Chou Pang-yen and it is the difference between a virtuous young woman and a sing-song girl.