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鲜艳色
xiān yàn sè
What does "鲜艳色" mean in English?
bright color她喜欢穿鲜艳色的衣服。
She likes to wear bright-colored clothes.
How to use "鲜艳色" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
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A vivid or intense color that stands out due to its brightness and saturation.
春天的花园里充满了鲜艳色的花朵。
The garden in spring is filled with bright-colored flowers.
这幅画的鲜艳色调让人心情愉悦。
The bright color tones in this painting uplift the mood.
Often used to describe colors that are eye-catching and vibrant, such as red, yellow, or pink.
Pro Tip
Describing Colors in Chinese
To describe a color as bright or vivid in Chinese, you can use '鲜艳' (xiān yàn) before the color name, e.g., '鲜艳的红色' (bright red). For less intense colors, use '柔和的' (róuhé de, soft) or '淡的' (dàn de, light).
Word Origin
The term '鲜艳' (xiān yàn) combines '鲜' (xiān, meaning 'fresh' or 'bright') and '艳' (yàn, meaning 'gorgeous' or 'showy'), describing vividness. '色' (sè) means 'color'. The phrase has been used in Chinese literature for centuries to describe colors that are vivid and striking.
Usage Notes
鲜艳色 is commonly used in both written and spoken Chinese to describe colors in art, fashion, nature, or design. It emphasizes the brightness and intensity of the color rather than its shade or tone.
Word Breakdown
鲜
bright, fresh
root艳
gorgeous, showy
root色
color
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