红 (hóng)
Definition
红 refers to the color red. It represents passion, love, and good luck in Chinese culture.
Analogy
Think of a vibrant red rose blooming in a garden full of green plants. The red stands out and catches your attention just like how 红 symbolizes vitality and energy.
Related terms
蓝 (lán): 蓝 means blue, which is often seen as the opposite of red.
喜庆 (xǐqìng): 喜庆 describes something festive or joyous, often associated with the color red during celebrations.
鲜艳 (xiānyàn): 鲜艳 describes something bright and vivid in color, just like 红.
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