绘声绘色

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Meaning and Usage

"绘声绘色" is an idiomatic expression used to describe something told or depicted in a vivid, lively, and detailed manner. It literally combines the ideas of "drawing" () and "sound" () with "color" (), emphasizing a multi-sensory vividness.

Common Contexts

This phrase is often used when describing storytelling, narration, or artistic works that are so detailed and lively that listeners or viewers feel immersed. It can apply to spoken stories, written descriptions, or visual art.

Collocations and Patterns

Nuances

Using 绘声绘色 implies not just detail but also a lively, engaging quality that captures attention. It is more expressive than simply "detailed" and often carries a positive connotation of skillful and captivating expression.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse 绘声绘色 with simple adjectives like 生动 (lively) or 详细 (detailed). 绘声绘色 combines both vividness and expressiveness, often implying a multi-sensory experience involving both visual and auditory imagery.

Example Sentences

He always tells stories vividly, making people feel as if they are right

The artist's works are vivid and colorful, full of vitality.

His description of the match was vivid, making the audience very excited.