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灿烂
cànlàn
Description
灿烂用来形容光很亮，很漂亮，比如太阳、星星或者一个人的笑容。
"灿烂" is used to describe something very bright and beautiful, like the sun, stars, or a person's smile.
我们也可以说文化很灿烂，意思是它非常美好、丰富。
We can also say culture is very "灿烂", meaning it is very wonderful and rich.
Meanings
灿烂cànlàn
bright and shining; brilliant, splendid
她笑得很灿烂。
She smiled brightly.
灿烂cànlàn
magnificent, glorious (of culture, achievements)
中国有灿烂的古代文化。
China has a brilliant ancient culture.
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Notes
- Etymology
both 灿 and 烂 mean bright or shining, combined for emphasis.
- Nuance
often describes smiles, sunshine, stars, or a rich, glorious culture.
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