Chinese
zhāngdēngjiécǎi
Meaning: to decorate with lanterns and colored banners; festive decorations
Part of Speech: Verb, Four-character idiom

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Example sentences

春節期間,街頭到處張燈結綵,顯得喜氣洋洋。
春节期间,街头到处张灯结彩,显得喜气洋洋。
During the Spring Festival, the streets are decorated with lanterns and banners everywhere, looking very festive.
春節期間,千家萬戶都張燈結綵慶新年。
During the Spring Festival, thousands of households hang lanterns and decorations to celebrate the New Year.

Usage Notes

An idiom (chengyu) describing a place decorated for a joyful celebration.

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