奼 (chà) - Beautiful woman & variant of 姹, meaning beautiful, gorgeous, or stunning.
奼 · chà
Beautiful woman;
variant of 姹, meaning beautiful, gorgeous, or stunning.
Beautiful womanvariant of 姹, meaning beautiful, gorgeous, or stunning.
Usage highlights
Beautiful womanGorgeous and colorfulStunning beautyLovely appearanceCharming woman
Usage & contexts
Examples
- The garden was full of beautiful flowers (奼紫嫣红).
- She grew into a stunning beauty (奼女).
- The performance featured gorgeous dancers (奼女舞).
Collocations
- Beautiful woman(奼女)
- Gorgeous and colorful(奼紫嫣红)
- Stunning beauty(奼艳)
- Lovely appearance(奼容)
- Charming woman(奼媛)
Idioms
- Gorgeous purples and brilliant reds(奼紫嫣红)
- Beautiful women and talented scholars(奼女才子)
Cultural background
FAQ- Traditionally used to describe exceptional female beauty, often in literary contexts.
- Now primarily seen in the idiom 奼紫嫣红 describing vibrant, colorful flowers or scenery.
- Considered a variant form of 姹 in modern usage.