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March 24, 2026
光彩guāngcǎi(guang1cai3)
光彩 (guāngcǎi) refers to the luster or brilliance of an object or person, often used to describe a radiant quality or a sense of splendor. It can be applied in various contexts, such as describing someone's appearance, achievements, or even the beauty of nature, suggesting a shimmering or dazzling quality.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 光彩 is often used in contexts of celebration or achievement, such as weddings or graduations, where individuals shine brightly in their accomplishments, reflecting societal values of success and honor.
Memory Tip
Imagine a bright, shining star (光) that radiates vibrant colors (彩) across the night sky. The star's brilliance symbolizes the '光彩' or splendor it brings to the dark environment, making it unforgettable.
Meanings of 光彩
guāngcǎi(guang1cai3)
1luster
2splendor
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About 光彩
光彩Simplified
—Strokes
—Radical
名形词xíngróngcíadj-noun (adj.-n.)Part of Speech
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华彩 (huácǎi) - use 光彩 when emphasizing a radiant quality or brilliance, while 华彩 often refers to splendor or magnificence in a broader, more ornate context.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a bright, shining star (光) that radiates vibrant colors (彩) across the night sky. The star's brilliance symbolizes the '光彩' or splendor it brings to the dark environment, making it unforgettable.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 光彩 with related terms like 光辉 (guānghuī), which means 'radiance' but often implies a more luminous quality. Use 光彩 in both formal and informal contexts, but be aware that in writing, it may lean towards a more poetic or literary usage.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 光彩 connects with other words describing qualities and appearances, like 美丽 (měilì) and 华丽 (huálì). Focus on using it in sentences that emphasize beauty or excellence to deepen your understanding.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 光彩 is often used in contexts of celebration or achievement, such as weddings or graduations, where individuals shine brightly in their accomplishments, reflecting societal values of success and honor.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 光彩 when they mean to say '光辉' (guānghuī) or '辉煌' (huīhuáng), which carry different connotations. For example, saying '他的光辉很吸引' (His luster is very attractive) should be corrected to '他的光彩很吸引' for appropriate context.
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Grammar Patterns of 光彩
光彩 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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小湾对岸,沿着河边,东卵豪华住宅区的洁白的宫殿式的大厦闪烁着____.
Across the courtesy bay the white palaces of fashionable East Egg glittered along the water.
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小湾对岸,沿着河边,东卵豪华住宅区的洁白的宫殿式的大厦闪烁着光彩.
xiǎo wān duì àn, , yán zháo hé, biān , dōng luǎn háo huá zhù zhái qū de jié bái de gōng diàn shì de dà shà shǎn shuò zháo.
Across the courtesy bay the white palaces of fashionable East Egg glittered along the water.
2
这条光彩夺目的项链衬得她的肤色亮了起来。
zhè tiáo guāng cǎi duó mù de xiàng liàn chèn dé tā de fū sè liàng le qǐ lái。
The bold necklace flatteringly lightens her skin tone.
3
经过充分切刻的光彩夺目的钻石有68个小平面.
jīng guò chōng fēn qiē kè de guāng cǎi duó mù de zuān shí yǒu68 68 gè xiǎo píng.
A fully cut brilliant diamond has 68 facets.
4
经过充分切刻的 “ 光彩夺目 ” 的钻石有五十八个小平面.
jīng guò chōng fēn qiē kè de“ “ guāng cǎi duó” mù ” de zuān shí yǒu wǔ shí bā gè xiǎo.
A fully cut'brilliant'diamond has 58 facets.
5
绿枝上闪烁着露珠的光彩.
lǜ zhī shàng shǎn shuò zháo lòu zhū de guāng cǎi.
The green boughs glittered with all their pearls of dew.
By 1982 some of the blush on Detroit's new downtown had faded.
7
肩上披着的貂皮衬托得她更加优雅，手上的钻戒则光彩夺目。
jiān shàng pī zháo de diāo pí chèn tuō dé tā gēng jiā yōu yǎ， ， shǒu shàng de zuān jiè zé guāng cǎi duó。
Her shoulders were graced with mink and her fingers sparkled with diamonds.
8
他的工作很快就缩小到只剩些烦琐的例行公事,干着也觉得很不光彩.
tā de gōng zuò hěn kuài jiù suō xiǎo dào zhī shèng xiē fán suǒ de lì háng gōng shì, , gān zháo yě jué dé hěn bù guāng.
The job had become reduced quickly to its onerous humiliating routine.
9
他的副总统也被迫不光彩地辞去职务。
tā de fù zǒng tǒng yě bèi pò bù guāng cǎi dì cí qù zhí wù。
His vice president also had to resign in disgrace.
Cultural Notes for 光彩
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, 光彩 is often used in contexts of celebration or achievement, such as weddings or graduations, where individuals shine brightly in their accomplishments, reflecting societal values of success and honor.
Frequently Asked Questions about 光彩
You can say, '她的表演充满了光彩' (Her performance was full of brilliance).
It is commonly used in written Chinese and may appear in formal speeches or literature.
Yes, it can describe a person’s admirable qualities or achievements, not just physical appearance.
