花团锦簇

huā tuán jǐn cù
idiomIntermediate a riot of coloridiom
What It Really Means
Describes a scene with vibrant, colorful, and abundant flowers or decorations, creating a visually stunning and lively atmosphere.
Literal Meaning
Clusters of flowers and brocade decorations.
Literal Breakdown
花团flower clusters+锦簇brocade clusters
Mental Image
A vivid mental picture of a scene filled with colorful flowers and rich decorations, evoking a sense of beauty and liveliness.
When to Use
Describing a festive celebration or a beautiful natural scene, such as a garden in full bloom during spring.
Cultural Note
This idiom reflects the Chinese appreciation for natural beauty and the use of vivid imagery in literary descriptions.
literary

Describes a scene with vibrant, colorful, and abundant flowers or decorations, creating a visually stunning and lively atmosphere.

节日庆典上,舞台装饰得花团锦簇,气氛热烈欢快。

During the festival celebration, the stage was decorated with a riot of color, creating a lively and joyful atmosphere.

💡

Often used to describe festive or natural scenes with abundant flowers or decorations.

Related Phrases

万紫千红idiom
a riot of colors
五彩缤纷idiom
colorful and varied

💡Pro Tip

Usage Context

This idiom is commonly used in literary and descriptive contexts to highlight the beauty and vibrancy of a scene.

Gold Rule

Avoid Overuse

Use this idiom sparingly to maintain its impact, as overuse can diminish its descriptive power.

📖Word Origin

Composed of '花团' (flower clusters) and '锦簇' (brocade clusters), evoking the image of flowers and decorations arranged in a rich, colorful manner.

📝Usage Notes

This idiom is often used to describe festive or natural scenes with abundant flowers or decorations, emphasizing vibrancy and beauty.

Word Breakdown

花团
flower clusters
root
+
锦簇
brocade clusters
root
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