zou2 hung4 sik1棗紅色枣红色
Jyutpingzou2 hung4 sik1
Yalejóu hùhng sīk
Definition
Plum-colored; a dark, reddish-purple color like that of a dried Chinese date.
colloquialcoloursclothing
How it's used
Refers specifically to a deep, brownish red shade reminiscent of the Chinese jujube fruit. It is a sophisticated color choice often associated with traditional clothing or formal attire during the Lunar New Year. Unlike brighter reds, it carries a more mature and muted aesthetic.
Examples
She bought a plum-colored sweater.
Related words
Common phrases
plum-colored shirt/clothing
plum-colored handbag
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Grammar guides
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