Japanese word

華やか

Pronunciation

Romajihanayaka

Meaning

  • na-adjectivegorgeous

Example

彼女の着物は華やかです。kano jo no ki mono wa hana ya ka de su

Her kimono is gorgeous.

Illustration for 華やか (gorgeous)

More examples

その店は華やかな内装で、多くの客を引きつけています。so no mise wa hana ya ka na nai sō de ō ku no kyaku o hi ki tsu ke te i ma su

That store attracts many customers with its glamorous interior.

Core concept

Expresses a vivid, attractive presence that stands out in a pleasing way.

Common phrases

  • 華やかな衣装hana ya ka na i shō

    gorgeous outfit

  • 華やかな雰囲気hana ya ka na fun i ki

    colorful atmosphere

Similar words

華麗karei: Describes a beautiful and impressive appearance or manner.
きらびやかkirabiyaka: Describes a bright, richly decorated, and eye-catching appearance.
豪華gōka: Describes something rich, splendid, or costly in appearance.
派手hade: Describes an appearance or style that strongly attracts attention.

Definition in Japanese

色や形などが鮮やかで美しく、人目を引くさま。iro ya katachi na do ga aza ya ka de utsuku shi ku hito me o hi ku sa ma

Word origin

華やか (hanayaka) comes from the native Japanese root 華 (hana, "splendor") with やか (yaka), a suffix expressing a marked quality, and shares its root with 華やぐ (hanayagu, "to become splendid").

Usage tips

  • In conversation, 華やか (hanayaka) can describe an event or atmosphere as well as clothing, so it often conveys a lively and elegant overall impression.

Other meanings

  • showyna-adjective
  • colorfulna-adjective

Opposites

Related words

  • 華やかさhanayakasaglamournoun

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