艳丽

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

The adjective 艳丽 (yànlì) describes something that is strikingly beautiful, bright, and glamorous. It often refers to colors, appearances, or styles that are vivid and eye-catching.

Common Contexts

You will frequently see 艳丽 used to describe clothing, makeup, paintings, or natural scenery that stands out due to its brightness and beauty. It carries a positive connotation but implies a certain boldness or flamboyance rather than subtle elegance.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 艳丽颜色 (yànlì de yánsè): bright and vivid colors, used to emphasize strong visual appeal.
  • 艳丽服装 (yànlì de fúzhuāng): glamorous or flashy clothing, often worn to attract attention.
  • 艳丽 (zhuāngróng yànlì): glamorous makeup, suitable for formal or festive occasions.

Nuances

While 艳丽 highlights beauty and brightness, it can sometimes suggest a sense of being too showy or ostentatious depending on context. It is more intense than simply 美丽 (měilì, beautiful) and less formal than 华丽 (huálì, magnificent).

Common Confusion

Avoid confusing 艳丽 with 温柔 (wēnróu, gentle) or (dànyǎ, elegant and understated). 艳丽 emphasizes vividness and brightness rather than softness or subtlety.

Example Sentences

She wore a gorgeous red dress that attracted everyone's attention.

This painting has bright and vivid colors, giving a strong visual impact.

Her makeup is glamorous and very suitable for the atmosphere of the evening