鲜花

xiānhuā

flower

HSK 4

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"鲜花" literally means "fresh flowers" and is commonly used to refer to flowers that are newly picked and vibrant. It often appears in contexts related to gifts, celebrations, and decoration.

Common Collocations

  • 鲜花 (bouquet of fresh flowers): used when giving flowers as a gift.
  • 鲜花市场 (flower market): a place where fresh flowers are sold.
  • 鲜花盛开 (flowers blooming): describing flowers in full bloom.

Usage Notes

When using "鲜花," speakers emphasize the freshness and beauty of the flowers, often implying they are suitable for special occasions. It is polite and positive in tone. Avoid confusing "鲜花" with just "" (flowers), as "鲜花" stresses freshness and quality.

Cultural Context

In Chinese culture, fresh flowers are important symbols of good wishes, happiness, and respect, frequently used in weddings, birthdays, and ceremonies.

Example Sentences

她收到了一束漂亮的鲜花作为生日礼物。

Tā shōudào le yī shù piàoliang de xiānhuā zuòwéi shēngrì lǐwù.

She received a beautiful bouquet of fresh flowers as a birthday gift.

鲜花在婚礼上象征着幸福和美好。

Xiānhuā zài hūnlǐ shàng xiàngzhēng zhe xìngfú hé měihǎo.

Fresh flowers symbolize happiness and beauty at weddings.

市场上的鲜花种类很多,有玫瑰、百合和康乃馨。

Shìchǎng shàng de xiānhuā zhǒnglèi hěn duō, yǒu méiguī, bǎihé hé

There are many kinds of fresh flowers in the market, including roses,