maan6 zi2 cin1 hung4萬紫千紅万紫千红
Jyutpingmaan6 zi2 cin1 hung4
Yalemaahn jí chīn hùhng
Definition
A riot of colors; describing a colorful, vibrant scene where many flowers bloom together.
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How it's used
This idiom is a classic literary expression used to describe a landscape filled with blooming flowers of various colours. While it originates from classical poetry, it is still frequently used in modern Cantonese to describe any scene that is visually rich, vibrant, or diverse in colour. It carries a positive, lively, and celebratory tone.
Examples
The garden is a riot of colours, so beautiful.
Spring has arrived, and the mountains are full of vibrant colours.
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Common phrases
a scene of vibrant colours
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