敗柳残花
Reading: はいりゅうざんか
Meaning: faded beauty/woman past her prime
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Example Sentence
It is said that with time, even beautiful flowers fade
Usage Notes
Metaphorically describes a woman whose beauty has faded with age, comparing her to withered willows and fallen flowers. Consider cultural sensitivity when using this phrase.
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