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

華美なドレスはひかえた方がいいんじゃないですか。

Shouldn't you restrain yourself from wearing a gaudy dress?

華美なデザインなのに、落ち着いた印象もあるとてもいい作品だね。

It's a very nice piece, with an extravagant design, but also leaves a calm impression.

華美なシャンデリアの真下に、ジャガイモが1つだけポツンと落ちていた。

Beneath the lavish chandelier, there was a single potato lying all alone.

中古車がよく売れる地域としても有名で、華美な生活を好まないことで知られている県は何県でしょう?

Which prefecture is known for being a good market for used cars and for its reputation of not favoring a flashy lifestyle?

Kanji Composition