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Paper that has turned yellow due to aging, exposure to light, or poor storage conditions.
图书馆里保存着一些发黄的纸，上面记录着上世纪的历史。
The library preserves some yellowed papers recording historical events from the last century.
他小心翼翼地翻开发黄的纸张，生怕弄坏了。
He carefully turned over the yellowed paper, afraid of damaging it.
Often used to describe old documents, letters, or books that have deteriorated over time.
Use '发黄的纸' to emphasize the visual effect of aging, especially in artistic or nostalgic contexts. For technical descriptions (e.g., conservation reports), specify causes like '光照导致发黄' (yellowing due to light exposure).
Do not use '发黄的纸' for metaphorical 'yellowed' meanings (e.g., 'yellowed reputation'). Stick to physical yellowing.
The term combines '发黄' (fā huáng, to turn yellow) and '纸' (zhǐ, paper). '发黄' is derived from '发' (to emit/turn into) + '黄' (yellow), describing the color change of aging materials.
Commonly used in contexts involving historical documents, antique books, or personal keepsakes to evoke a sense of nostalgia or fragility. Avoid using for modern paper unless emphasizing its aged appearance.