煌 (huáng) - Bright & brilliant

煌Tone 2

huáng ｜ 13 strokes ｜ radical:

枫惠

煌 · huáng

Bright;

brilliant;

shining;

glorious;

used to describe something radiant or magnificent.

Brightbrilliantshining

Usage highlights

Brilliant and magnificentResplendent and magnificentGlorious achievementBrilliant futureSplendid civilizationShining star

Synonyms

  • 辉— bright; shining
  • 灿— bright; brilliant
  • 耀— shine; illuminate

Antonyms

  • 暗— dark; dim
  • 淡— pale; light (in color)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The palace was brilliantly illuminated (金碧辉煌).
  • The fireworks display was magnificent (辉煌的烟花表演).
  • He has achieved brilliant success in his career (辉煌的成就).
  • The ancient civilization was splendid (辉煌的古代文明).

Collocations

  • Brilliant and magnificent(辉煌)
  • Resplendent and magnificent(金碧辉煌)
  • Glorious achievement(辉煌成就)
  • Brilliant future(辉煌未来)
  • Splendid civilization(辉煌文明)
  • Shining star(煌星)

Idioms

  • Resplendent and magnificent(金碧辉煌)
  • Brilliant and dazzling(灿烂辉煌)
  • Glorious and magnificent(辉煌壮丽)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Often used in historical contexts to describe the grandeur of dynasties, palaces, and achievements.
  • Associated with positive connotations of success, glory, and magnificence in Chinese culture.
  • Commonly appears in names to convey aspirations for brilliance and success.

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