斑驳陆离 — “Variegated and brilliantly colorful”
斑驳陆离 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “Variegated and brilliantly colorful”. Mottled and dazzling. Literally, “Dappled and brilliantly colored”.
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Origin and Story of 斑驳陆离
During the Warring States period, Qu Yuan, a highly talented official, felt his abilities were unappreciated. He repeatedly offered numerous suggestions to King Huai of Chu, but they were not adopted, and his political views often clashed significantly with those of the aristocratic class.
In his famous work, 'Li Sao' (The Lament), he wrote: 'How varied and intricate their comings and goings, Dappled and brilliantly colored, appearing high and low. I commanded the Celestial Gatekeeper to open the gates, Leaning against the grand portal, I gazed out anxiously.'
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What does 斑驳陆离 mean?
斑驳陆离 (bān bó lù lí) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “Variegated and brilliantly colorful”.
How do you pronounce 斑驳陆离?
斑驳陆离 is pronounced bān bó lù lí in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 斑驳陆离 literally mean?
Literally, 斑驳陆离 means “Dappled and brilliantly colored”. It is used to mean “Variegated and brilliantly colorful”.
Where does 斑驳陆离 come from?
斑驳陆离 comes from a classical Chinese story dating back to ancient China. The full story is on this page.
What is the Chinese definition of 斑驳陆离?
斑驳：色彩杂乱；陆离：参差不一。形容色彩纷杂。