Meaning

Primary

Gaudy

Alternatives

Pomp, Splendor, Splendour

Word Type

な adjective, noun

Explanation

If something has showy beauty then it's going a little overboard and is going to come across as gaudy. Too much is too much.

Reading

かび
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

華美な服装は控えた方がいいんじゃないですか。

Shouldn’t you restrain yourself from wearing gaudy clothing?

Kanji Composition