(cǎi) - Colorful, variegated & colorful decoration

Tone 3

cǎi | 11 strokes | radical:

· cǎi

Colorful, variegated;

colorful decoration;

colorful clouds.

Colorful, variegatedcolorful decorationcolorful clouds.

Usage highlights

Colorful decorationsColorful cloudsVariegated patternsColorful attireBrilliant colorsColorful appearance

Synonyms

  • color, variegated
  • gorgeous, brilliant
  • beautiful, pretty

Antonyms

  • plain, simple
  • simple, unadorned

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • Colorful decorations(婇饰)
  • Colorful clouds(婇云)
  • Variegated patterns(婇纹)

Collocations

  • Colorful decorations(婇饰)
  • Colorful clouds(婇云)
  • Variegated patterns(婇纹)
  • Colorful attire(婇衣)
  • Brilliant colors(婇色)
  • Colorful appearance(婇貌)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Used in classical texts to describe colorful and decorative appearances
  • Often appears in poetic contexts describing clouds, clothing, or decorations
  • Considered a literary and somewhat archaic character in modern usage

FAQ