衬托 (chèn tuō) — to set off (by contrast), to serve as a foil, to enhance by contrast
Definition
To set off or enhance one thing by contrasting it with another (e.g. a background that makes the subject stand out). Compare 烘托, which is a near-synonym used more for atmosphere and mood.
verb
to set off (by contrast)to serve as a foilto enhance by contrast
Examples
- 衬托。Zhè jiàn hēi qún zi néng chèn tuō chū tā de bái liǎn.This black dress can set off her fair face.
- 衬托，。Zài lǜ cǎo de chèn tuō xià, hóng huā gèng piào liang le.Under the contrast of the green grass, the red flowers look even more beautiful.
- 衬托。Tā de yōu mò chèn tuō le tā de yán sù.His humor sets off her seriousness.
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