妆 (zhuāng) - To apply makeup & to adorn oneself

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zhuāng ｜ 6 strokes ｜ radical: 女

志

妆 · zhuāng

To apply makeup;

to adorn oneself;

bridal attire;

trousseau.

To apply makeupto adorn oneselfbridal attire

Usage highlights

MakeupBridal makeupDressing tableMakeup artistCosmeticsStage makeup

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • 素颜— bare-faced, without makeup
  • 卸妆— to remove makeup

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • She is putting on makeup (化妆).
  • The bride's makeup (新娘妆) was elegant.
  • This is a dressing table (化妆台).
  • Wedding makeup (婚礼妆) requires special skills.

Collocations

  • Makeup(化妆)
  • Bridal makeup(新娘妆)
  • Dressing table(化妆台)
  • Makeup artist(化妆师)
  • Cosmetics(化妆品)
  • Stage makeup(舞台妆)

Idioms

  • Heavy makeup and gaudy dress(浓妆艳抹)
  • Light or heavy makeup - different styles of beauty(淡妆浓抹)
  • Disguise oneself(乔装打扮)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In ancient China, '妆' was particularly important for bridal ceremonies.
  • The character reflects traditional gender roles where women's adornment was emphasized.
  • Modern usage extends to all forms of cosmetic application and personal grooming.

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