Definition
衬 is a versatile verb meaning to line, to place underneath, or to set off/contrast. It often appears in compounds like 衬衫 (shirt) and 衬托 (to set off). As a verb, it conveys adding something behind or under to enhance, protect, or complete the main item.
v.
to line (a garment) with materialto place something underneathto set offto serve as a contrast for
Examples
- 衬。Tā gěi qúnzi chèn le yì céng mián lǐzi.She lined the skirt with a layer of cotton lining.
- 衬。Tā gěi hézi chèn le yì céng zhǐ.He lined the box with a layer of paper.
- 衬。Zhè zhǒng yánsè hěn chèn tā de fūsè.This color really sets off her skin tone.
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