鮮やか

あざやか
Alternative writings: 鮮か, 彩やか
JLPT:N1
Frequency:
1

Very bright or vivid in color or appearance; clear, brilliant, and striking (often about colors or visuals).

Na-Adjective

Examples

あの絵は色使いが鮮やかで、遠くからでも目を引く。

That painting uses vivid colors and catches the eye even from a distance.

秋になると公園の木々が鮮やかに色づく。

In autumn, the trees in the park turn vivid colors.

彼女は鮮やかな赤いドレスを着てパーティーに来た。

She came to the party wearing a striking red dress.

2

Skillful, brilliant, or splendid (performance, technique, or action); showing impressive dexterity or finesse.

Na-Adjective

Examples

彼のプレーはいつも鮮やかで、観客を沸かせる。

His play is always brilliant and excites the audience.

ナイフさばきが鮮やかで、料理が次々と出来上がる。

His knife work is deft, and the dishes are prepared one after another.

あの選手の逆転ゴールは本当に鮮やかだった。

That player's winning goal was truly spectacular.

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