缤 (bīn) - Numerous & in great numbers

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缤 · bīn

Numerous;

in great numbers;

profuse;

used to describe things that are abundant, diverse, or in a state of flourishing variety.

Numerousin great numbersprofuse

Usage highlights

Colorful and diversePresenting a splendid varietyNumerous fallen petalsA profusion of thoughtsA wide array of goodsA riot of colors

Synonyms

  • 繁— numerous; manifold
  • 多— many; much
  • 众— many; numerous

Antonyms

  • 寡— few; scanty
  • 少— few; little
  • 单— single; solitary

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The garden was filled with colorful flowers (五彩缤纷).
  • The festival featured a variety of performances (精彩纷呈).
  • The market offered a wide array of goods (商品缤纷).
  • Her thoughts were numerous and complex (思绪缤纷).

Collocations

  • Colorful and diverse(五彩缤纷)
  • Presenting a splendid variety(精彩纷呈)
  • Numerous fallen petals(落英缤纷)
  • A profusion of thoughts(思绪缤纷)
  • A wide array of goods(商品缤纷)
  • A riot of colors(色彩缤纷)

Idioms

  • A riot of colors; a blaze of colors(五彩缤纷)
  • Falling petals flying all around(落英缤纷)
  • A splendid variety is presented(精彩纷呈)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Often used in poetic and literary contexts to evoke imagery of abundance, beauty, and diversity.
  • Commonly associated with natural scenes, such as flowers, autumn leaves, or falling petals, symbolizing transient beauty.
  • Frequently appears in descriptions of festive or celebratory occasions, emphasizing richness and variety.

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