华丽 huálì gorgeous
How to remember 华丽: 华 flowery + 丽 beautiful = gorgeous.
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How it is used
- Gorgeous/ornate/splendid - of appearance, language, or decor - 华丽的服装 (huálì de fúzhuāng) magnificent costumes.
- Emphasizes rich, lavish beauty; 词藻华丽 = florid wording (can be a subtle critique of over-ornamentation).
- Contrast 朴素 (pǔsù, plain/simple).