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牡丹
mǔdān
Description
牡丹是一种很大很漂亮的花，颜色多是红色或粉色。
"牡丹" is a large and beautiful flower, often red or pink in color.
在中国，人们常说牡丹是很富贵的花，很多人都喜欢它。
In China, people often say "牡丹" is a flower of wealth and honor, and many like it.
Meanings
牡丹mǔdān
peony (a large ornamental flower)
公园里的牡丹开了，非常好看。
The peonies in the park have bloomed and look very beautiful.
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Notes
- Etymology
牡 means male/large and 丹 means red, describing the plant's showy red blooms.
- Nuance
often symbolizes wealth and honor in Chinese culture, considered the 'king of flowers'.
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