English–Chinese

“contrasting colors” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinzhuàng sè

Example

设计师在这款包上用了撞色,效果很好。shè jì shī zài zhè kuǎn bāo shàng yòng le zhuàng sè xiào guǒ hěn hǎo

The designer used contrasting colors on this bag, and the effect was excellent.

Illustration for 撞色 (contrasting colors)

How to say “contrasting colors” in Chinese

“Contrasting colors” in Chinese is 撞色 (zhuàng sè).

A visual jolt created when bold colors sit side by side and draw the eye to a feature.

Full entry for 撞色: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 撞色

这件撞色外套很显眼。zhè jiàn zhuàng sè wài tào hěn xián yǎn

This two-tone coat is very eye-catching.

Tips for using 撞色

  • Chinese can use this compact noun for a design treatment, while English more often describes the same idea with a longer phrase, so it is useful in everyday comments about clothes, bags, and interiors.

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