相映 (xiāng) — to set each other off; to form a contrast (so as to enhance each other)
Definition
Literary verb meaning two things enhance each other through contrast — usually colors or scenery paired together. Almost always appears in the set phrase 相映成趣 ('set each other off charmingly').
verb
to set each other offto form a contrast (so as to enhance each other)
Examples
- 相映。Hóng qiáng yǔ lǜ wǎ xiāng chéng qù.The red walls and green tiles set each other off charmingly.
- 相映，。Hú shuǐ xiāng zhe lán tiān, jǐng sè shí fēn mí rén.The lake water contrasts beautifully with the blue sky; the scenery is very enchanting.
- ，。Hēi bái liǎng sè xiāng, xíng chéng qiáng liè de shì jué chōng jī.Black and white set each other off, creating a strong visual impact.
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