hak1 baak6黑白
Jyutpinghak1 baak6
Yalehāk baahk
Definition
Black and white; monochrome.
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How it's used
Beyond the literal color combination, this term is frequently used to describe the stark contrast between right and wrong, or clarity in a situation. It often appears in the phrase 黑白分明 to describe someone who is principled or a situation that is unambiguous. In a technical or artistic context, it is the standard way to refer to monochrome photography or television.
Examples
This photo is black and white, not in color.
Do you prefer watching black and white films or color films?
Related words
Common phrases
black and white photo
clear-cut; unambiguous
black and white film
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe things that are merely dark and light in a literal sense, as it specifically refers to the color palette rather than just brightness levels.
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Grammar guides
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