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五光十色
Idiomwǔ guāng shí sè
Description
五光十色用来形容颜色很多、很漂亮，让人看得眼花。
五光十色 is used to describe many beautiful colors that dazzle the eyes.
我们常用它来说灯光、衣服或城市晚上的样子。
We often use 五光十色 to describe lights, clothes, or the appearance of a city at night.
Meanings
五光十色wǔ guāng shí sè
colorful and dazzling; multicolored and bright
晚上的街道五光十色，非常热闹。
The streets at night are brightly lit and very lively.
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Notes
- Etymology
literally "five lights and ten colors," using numbers to suggest a rich variety of colors.
- Nuance
emphasizes bright, dazzling scenes (lights, displays); 五颜六色 just means many colors.
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