cin2 sik1淺色浅色
Jyutpingcin2 sik1
Yalechín sīk
Definition
Light or pale in color.
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How it's used
Describes colours with high brightness or low saturation. It is the direct opposite of 深色. When describing clothing or interior design, it is frequently used to express a preference for a softer, more subtle aesthetic.
Examples
This shirt is a light colour, it goes well with any trousers.
Do you prefer dark colours or light colours?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 淺, which usually refers to shallow depth or low difficulty. Always include 色 when referring to the hue of an object to avoid ambiguity.
Grammar color guide
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Grammar guides
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
