sam1 hung4深紅深红
Jyutpingsam1 hung4
Yalesām hùhng
Definition
Dark red; crimson.
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How it's used
Describes a deep, saturated shade of red that leans towards a maroon or burgundy tone. It is frequently used to describe clothing, flowers, or decorative items where a bold, intense color is desired. Unlike some other color terms, it functions as a direct adjective without needing extra particles in most descriptive contexts.
Examples
Do you like dark red or light red?
Related words
Common phrases
dark red color
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Grammar guides
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