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相映 (xiāng yìng) — 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 yìng chéng qù.
    The red walls and green tiles set each other off charmingly.
  • 相映，。
    Hú shuǐ xiāng yìng 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 yìng, 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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