花团锦簇

huā tuán jǐn cù◆idiom

What does "花团锦簇" mean in English?

a riot of color

春天的花园里，花团锦簇，美不胜收。

In the spring garden, there is a riot of color, too beautiful to describe.

How to use "花团锦簇" correctly: definitions and examples in English?

◆ 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.

Collocations

花团锦簇a riot of color

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