sik1 zaak6色澤色泽
Jyutpingsik1 zaak6
Yalesīk jaahk
Definition
Color and luster; the surface appearance of an object regarding its hue, brightness, and reflectivity.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the aesthetic quality of a surface, combining both hue and the way light reflects off it. It is most frequently applied to natural materials like jade, wood, or food items where texture and sheen are as important as the actual colour. Using it for everyday manufactured objects like plastic or painted walls can sound overly formal or poetic.
Examples
The colour and lustre of this jade piece are very beautiful.
Related words
Common phrases
even colour and lustre
vibrant colour and lustre
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe the colour of clothing or general objects in casual conversation, as it sounds too literary or technical. For simple colour descriptions, just use 顏色.
Grammar color guide
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
