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华丽 (huálì, gorgeous) — use 缛 (rù) when emphasizing elegance and intricate detail rather than just overall beauty.
缛 is generally used in formal contexts, such as literature or art critique, rather than in everyday conversation. Learners should be aware that it often appears in compound words and phrases, such as 缛丽 (elegant) or 缛饰 (decorative). Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding characters that have different meanings.
As this character is not part of the HSK vocabulary, learners should focus on recognizing it in literary texts or artistic discussions. This word connects with others related to beauty and elegance, encouraging students to explore synonyms and antonyms in this thematic area.
Learners often confuse 缛 with similar characters like 纭 (yún), which means to twist or weave. An incorrect usage would be saying '这个衣服很缛' (This clothing is very 缛), when '这个衣服很华丽' (This clothing is very splendid) would be more appropriate.
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Etymology of 缛
silk
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Decomposition of 缛
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How to say elegant, decorative, adorned in Chinese
“elegant, decorative, adorned” in Chinese is缛
The character 缛 (rù) refers to something that is elegant, decorative, or adorned. It is often used to describe beautiful embellishments or intricate designs in art, fashion, or nature. In contexts like literature or poetry, it can connote a sense of refinement and aesthetic pleasure.
When to use 缛
缛 is generally used in formal contexts, such as literature or art critique, rather than in everyday conversation. Learners should be aware that it often appears in compound words and phrases, such as 缛丽 (elegant) or 缛饰 (decorative). Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding characters that have different meanings.
缛 or something close to it
华丽 (huálì, gorgeous) — use 缛 (rù) when emphasizing elegance and intricate detail rather than just overall beauty.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 缛 with similar characters like 纭 (yún), which means to twist or weave. An incorrect usage would be saying '这个衣服很缛' (This clothing is very 缛), when '这个衣服很华丽' (This clothing is very splendid) would be more appropriate.
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Grammar patterns of 缛
缛 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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人们经常抱怨不得不应付太多的繁文____节。
People usually complain about having to deal with too much bureaucracy.
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Frequently asked questions about 缛
Some synonyms include 华丽 (huálì, splendid) and 精致 (jīngzhì, exquisite), which also convey notions of beauty and decoration.
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