黑色
You'll often use 黑色 (hēisè) to describe the color black. Think of things like a black cat, a black car, or black clothing. It's a very common color word to know!
Remember that in Chinese, the color word usually comes before the noun it describes. So, instead of "cat black," you say "black cat."
When talking about colors in Chinese, you often add the word 色 (sè) after the color itself. So, for "black," you say 黑色 (hēisè).
For example, you could say 黑色的猫 (hēisè de māo) for "black cat."
You can also use just the first character, 黑 (hēi), as an adjective directly before a noun, like 黑猫 (hēimāo) for "black cat."
While both are common, using 黑色 (hēisè) is generally more explicit and often preferred in full sentences, especially for beginners.
When talking about colors in Chinese, you often directly attach the character 色 (sè), meaning color, after the color itself. So, 黑色 (hēisè) literally means 'black color'.
However, it's also very common to simply use 黑 (hēi) by itself to mean black, especially when it modifies a noun. For example, instead of saying 黑色车 (hēisè chē) for 'black car', you'll more frequently hear 黑车 (hēi chē).
This pattern applies to many other colors as well. So while 黑色 is correct and understood, be aware that the shorter form 黑 is often more natural in everyday speech and writing, particularly in descriptive contexts.
§ What does 黑色 (hēisè) mean and when do people use it?
Let's talk about 黑色 (hēisè). Simply put, 黑色 means 'black color' in Chinese. It's one of the first color words you'll learn, and you'll use it all the time. Think of all the black things around you: black shirts, black cars, black coffee. If it's black, you use 黑色.
- DEFINITION
- 黑色 (hēisè) is a noun meaning 'black color'. It describes things that are black.
You'll mostly use 黑色 as an adjective to describe nouns. In Chinese, you usually put the color before the noun. For example, if you want to say 'black cat', you'd say 黑色的猫 (hēisè de māo). The '的 (de)' particle is often used to connect the color to the noun, especially when the color is acting as an adjective. Sometimes, if the context is clear or if it's a very common pairing, the '的 (de)' can be omitted, but it's safer to include it when you're starting out.
Here are some common situations where you'd use 黑色:
- Describing objects: This is the most straightforward use. Anything that is black can be described with 黑色.
- Talking about clothes: Black clothes are very common. You'll often hear people say 黑色的衣服 (hēisè de yīfu) for 'black clothes' or 黑色的T恤 (hēisè de T xù) for 'black T-shirt'.
- Referring to hair or eyes: Many people have black hair or dark eyes. You can say 黑色的头发 (hēisè de tóufa) for 'black hair' or 黑色的眼睛 (hēisè de yǎnjīng) for 'black eyes'.
- In phrases related to darkness: While not always directly translating to 'black', 黑色 can be part of phrases that imply darkness or night.
Let's look at some examples to get a better feel for it:
我喜欢黑色的汽车。(Wǒ xǐhuan hēisè de qìchē.)
Hint: 我 (I) 喜欢 (like) 黑色的 (black) 汽车 (car).
她穿着一件黑色的裙子。(Tā chuānzhe yī jiàn hēisè de qúnzi.)
Hint: 她 (She) 穿着 (is wearing) 一件 (a, measure word) 黑色的 (black) 裙子 (dress/skirt).
我的猫是黑色的。(Wǒ de māo shì hēisè de.)
Hint: 我的 (My) 猫 (cat) 是 (is) 黑色的 (black).
It's important to remember that 'color' words in Chinese, like 黑色, are often used with the '的 (de)' particle when they modify a noun. This is a common grammatical structure you'll encounter a lot. So, it's not just 'black car' but 'black's car' if you think of it literally, emphasizing that 'black' is an attribute of the car.
You'll also find 黑色 used in some fixed expressions, though for an A1 learner, focusing on its direct meaning as 'black color' is the most practical first step. Just like in English, where 'black' can mean more than just a color (e.g., 'black mood'), Chinese also has such nuances. But for now, stick to the basics. If you see something black, you can confidently use 黑色 to describe it.
Another thing to keep in mind is pronunciation. hēi is pronounced with a high-level tone (first tone), and sè is pronounced with a falling tone (fourth tone). Getting the tones right is crucial for clear communication in Chinese. Practice saying 黑色 out loud. Listen to native speakers say it. The more you hear and say it correctly, the more natural it will become.
So, in summary, 黑色 is your go-to word for 'black color'. Use it to describe objects, clothing, hair, eyes, and anything else that is black. Always try to include '的 (de)' when it's acting as an adjective before a noun. Keep practicing with examples, and you'll master 黑色 in no time!
§ Understanding 黑色 (hēisè)
- Word
- 黑色 (hēisè)
- Part of Speech
- Noun (can function as an adjective)
- Definition
- Black color; black
Alright, let's talk about 黑色 (hēisè). It means 'black' or 'black color'. Super useful, right? You'll hear it all the time. But how do you actually use it in a sentence? That's what we're covering here.
§ Basic Usage: Describing Nouns
The most common way to use 黑色 is to describe something. In Chinese, the color word usually comes before the noun it describes. Often, you'll see a 的 (de) in between, especially if you want to emphasize the color as a descriptive quality. However, for simple, direct descriptions, you can often drop the 的.
我有一件黑色的T恤。
Wǒ yǒu yī jiàn hēisè de T-xù.
I have a black T-shirt. (Here, 的 is used.)
他喜欢穿黑色鞋子。
Tā xǐhuan chuān hēisè xiézi.
He likes to wear black shoes. (Here, 的 is optional and often omitted.)
§ Using 黑色 with 是 (shì) – 'Is Black'
If you want to say something *is* black, you'll use 是 (shì). This is straightforward:
那只猫是黑色的。
Nà zhī māo shì hēisè de.
That cat is black.
§ Comparing Colors
You can also compare things using 黑色. For example, to say something is 'more black' or 'not black'.
这件衣服不是黑色的。
Zhè jiàn yīfu bù shì hēisè de.
This piece of clothing is not black.
我更喜欢黑色。
Wǒ gèng xǐhuan hēisè.
I prefer black.
§ 黑色 as a Standalone Noun
黑色 can also stand on its own as a noun meaning 'the color black' or just 'black' (as in, the thing that is black). Think of it like saying 'red' instead of 'red color' in English.
我最喜欢的颜色是黑色。
Wǒ zuì xǐhuan de yánsè shì hēisè.
My favorite color is black.
§ Prepositions with 黑色?
You don't usually use prepositions *with* 黑色 itself in the way you might in English (e.g., 'in black'). Instead, the preposition applies to the noun, and 黑色 describes that noun. For example, if you want to say 'dressed in black', you would say something like '穿黑色衣服' (chuān hēisè yīfu - wear black clothes).
她今天穿了黑色连衣裙。
Tā jīntiān chuānle hēisè liányīqún.
She wore a black dress today.
Here, 穿 (chuān) means 'to wear', and 黑色 simply describes the dress. No need for an extra preposition like 'in'.
§ Common Phrases with 黑色
Here are a few common ways 黑色 pops up:
黑色星期五 (hēisè xīngqīwǔ): Black Friday. You'll definitely hear this around sale times.
黑色星期五有很多折扣。
Hēisè xīngqīwǔ yǒu hěn duō zhékòu.
Black Friday has many discounts.黑色幽默 (hēisè yōumò): Black humor.
他喜欢看黑色幽默电影。
Tā xǐhuan kàn hēisè yōumò diànyǐng.
He likes to watch black humor movies.
The key takeaway: 黑色 is pretty flexible. It can be a simple adjective before a noun, or it can stand on its own as 'black color'. Just remember the position of the word and whether to use 的.
§ What 黑色 Means
- DEFINITION
- 黑色 (hēisè) is the Chinese word for the color black. It's a very common adjective you'll hear and use constantly. Just like in English, black can describe many things, from objects to feelings, though it's primarily about color.
You might think that 'black' is just 'black', but knowing how to use 黑色 naturally in Chinese conversations, especially in different contexts like work, school, or when talking about current events, is key to sounding more like a native speaker. Let's break down where you'll actually encounter this word.
§ 黑色 in Daily Conversations
When you're just chatting with friends or describing something you see, 黑色 is used exactly as you'd expect. It's one of the first colors you learn, and it's used to describe pretty much anything that is black.
我喜欢穿黑色的衣服。
Here, it's just 'black clothes'. Simple and direct.
这只猫是黑色的。
Again, 'This cat is black.' No surprises here. This is your baseline understanding of 黑色.
§ 黑色 at Work
In a professional setting, 黑色 is still about color, but it might come up in discussions about design, products, or even dress codes. You might talk about the color of a product, a uniform, or a presentation's background.
Product Description: If you're in sales or marketing, you might describe products by their color.
我们有黑色和白色的新款手机。
Dress Code: In some workplaces, there might be specific dress code requirements.
请穿黑色西装出席会议。
§ 黑色 at School
In a school environment, 黑色 is used to describe objects in the classroom, things you write with, or even clothing.
Classroom Objects:
老师用黑色马克笔写字。
School Uniforms: Some schools have black as part of their uniform colors.
我们的校服是黑色的裤子和白色衬衫。
§ 黑色 in the News and Media
When reading or watching the news, 黑色 often appears in descriptions of events, fashion, or even more metaphorically, to talk about mood or difficult situations.
Describing Events: You might hear it when talking about certain types of events or warnings, though this is less common than in English where 'blackout' or 'black market' are distinct phrases. In Chinese, it's usually still directly describing color.
昨晚停电了，一片黑色。
This literally means 'a stretch of blackness' or 'pitch black'.
Fashion or Design Trends: News about fashion often uses color terms.
今年的流行色是黑色和灰色。
As you can see, 黑色 is a foundational word. Master its basic usage, and you'll be well on your way to describing your world in Chinese.
Alright, let's talk about 黑色 (hēisè), the Chinese word for 'black'. While it seems straightforward, there are a few common pitfalls English speakers often stumble into. Avoiding these will make your Chinese sound much more natural.
§ Mistake 1: Using 黑色 as a Verb
In English, we can say things like "to blacken something" or "the sky blackened." In Chinese, 黑色 (hēisè) is primarily a noun (black color) or an adjective (black). You can't use it directly as a verb. If you want to express the idea of 'to blacken' or 'to turn black', you'll need different constructions.
- Wrong
- 他黑色了我的衣服。(Tā hēisè le wǒ de yīfú.)
- Right
- 他把我的衣服弄黑了。(Tā bǎ wǒ de yīfú nòng hēi le.) - He made my clothes black/dirty.
天空渐渐变黑了。(Tiānkōng jiànjiàn biàn hēi le.) - The sky gradually turned black.
§ Mistake 2: Overusing 颜色 (yánsè)
While 黑色 (hēisè) literally means "black color," in most natural contexts, when describing something that is black, you can simply use 黑 (hēi) as an adjective, dropping 颜色 (yánsè). Using 颜色 (yánsè) every time can sound a bit clunky or overly formal.
- Less Natural
- 我喜欢黑色的汽车。(Wǒ xǐhuān hēisè de qìchē.) - I like black color cars.
- More Natural
- 我喜欢黑汽车。(Wǒ xǐhuān hēi qìchē.) - I like black cars.
他有一只黑狗。(Tā yǒu yī zhī hēi gǒu.) - He has a black dog.
§ Mistake 3: Confusing 黑色 with dark shades
While 黑色 (hēisè) specifically means black, sometimes English speakers use "black" to describe very dark shades of other colors, like "black coffee" (which is actually dark brown). In Chinese, you'd be more specific.
- For "black coffee": you'd say 黑咖啡 (hēi kāfēi) if you mean without milk/sugar, but if you mean the actual color, it's more of a 深棕色 (shēn zōngsè - dark brown).
- For "dark blue" or "dark green": you add 深 (shēn - deep/dark) before the color, e.g., 深蓝色 (shēn lánsè - dark blue), 深绿色 (shēn lǜsè - dark green). Don't use 黑 (hēi) in front of another color to mean 'dark'.
我喜欢喝黑咖啡。(Wǒ xǐhuān hē hēi kāfēi.) - I like to drink black coffee (without milk/sugar).
他穿了一件深蓝色的衬衫。(Tā chuānle yī jiàn shēn lánsè de chènshān.) - He wore a dark blue shirt.
§ General Usage Tips for 黑色 / 黑
To sum it up, here are some practical tips for using 黑色 (hēisè) and 黑 (hēi) correctly:
- Use 黑色 (hēisè) when you are talking about the color black as a concept or when it's the main noun (e.g., "My favorite color is black.").
- Use 黑 (hēi) as an adjective directly before a noun to describe something as black (e.g., "a black cat").
- When expressing actions like "to turn black" or "to blacken," use constructions like 变黑 (biàn hēi) or 弄黑 (nòng hēi).
我最喜欢的颜色是黑色。(Wǒ zuì xǐhuān de yánsè shì hēisè.) - My favorite color is black.
By paying attention to these nuances, you'll use 黑色 (hēisè) and 黑 (hēi) with confidence and accuracy, making your Chinese sound much more fluent.
حقيقة ممتعة
In ancient China, black was considered the king of colors and was associated with heaven, north, and water. It was also a symbol of solemnity and power. For example, the First Emperor of Qin (Qin Shi Huang) favored black.
دليل النطق
- Pronouncing the 's' in 'sè' too strongly, it should be a soft 's' sound.
- Confusing the tones: 'hēi' is a first tone (high and flat), and 'sè' is a fourth tone (falling).
مستوى الصعوبة
simple characters
simple characters
common word
common word
ماذا تتعلّم بعد ذلك
تعلّم لاحقاً
متقدم
قواعد يجب معرفتها
Colors in Chinese often function as adjectives. When using 黑色 to describe a noun, it directly precedes the noun. No 的 is usually needed.
黑色 汽车 (hēisè qìchē) - black car
To ask "What color is it?", you can use 是什么颜色的 (shì shénme yánsè de).
这个 手机 是 什么 颜色的？ (Zhège shǒujī shì shénme yánsè de?) - What color is this phone?
To state that something is a certain color, use 是...颜色的 (shì...yánsè de) or simply use the color as an adjective before the noun.
我 的 包 是 黑色 的。 (Wǒ de bāo shì hēisè de.) - My bag is black. (Literally: My bag is of black color.)
When using 黑色 to express the concept of the color black in general, rather than describing a specific object, it can stand alone.
我 喜欢 黑色。 (Wǒ xǐhuān hēisè.) - I like black (color).
To specify a shade or type of black, you can add another adjective before 黑色.
深 黑色 (shēn hēisè) - dark black
أمثلة حسب المستوى
我喜欢黑色。
I like black color.
她的头发是黑色的。
Her hair is black.
那只猫是黑色的。
That cat is black.
我有一件黑色T恤。
I have a black t-shirt.
他穿黑色的裤子。
He wears black pants.
这支笔是黑色的。
This pen is black.
我的车是黑色的。
My car is black.
她喜欢黑色和白色。
She likes black and white.
我喜欢黑色的衣服。
I like black clothes.
黑色的 (hēisè de) - 'de' is used to link the color to the noun.
他的车是黑色的。
His car is black.
是黑色的 (shì hēisè de) - 'shi...de' is a common structure to describe attributes.
我有一只黑色的猫。
I have a black cat.
一只黑色的猫 (yī zhī hēisè de māo) - '只' (zhī) is a measure word for animals.
你穿黑色的鞋子吗？
Do you wear black shoes?
穿 (chuān) - to wear (for clothes, shoes, etc.).
这个包是黑色的，很好看。
This bag is black, it looks good.
很好看 (hěn hǎo kàn) - looks very good.
我喜欢喝黑咖啡。
I like to drink black coffee.
黑咖啡 (hēi kāfēi) - black coffee. Here, '黑' acts as an adjective directly modifying '咖啡'.
她有一头黑色的长发。
She has long black hair.
一头 (yī tóu) - a measure word for hair.
我今天穿了一件黑色的T恤。
Today I wore a black T-shirt.
一件 (yī jiàn) - a measure word for clothes.
我最喜欢黑色，因为它看起来很酷，而且很百搭。
I like black the most because it looks cool and is very versatile.
很百搭 (hěn bǎidā) means 'very versatile'.
她的那件黑色连衣裙在人群中格外引人注目。
Her black dress particularly stood out in the crowd.
格外 (géwài) means 'exceptionally' or 'particularly'.
他总是穿着黑色衣服，可能是因为他觉得这样很专业。
He always wears black clothes, probably because he feels it's very professional this way.
可能是因为 (kěnéng shì yīnwèi) means 'probably because'.
这种黑色手机很受欢迎，因为它耐脏，而且设计感强。
This black phone is very popular because it's resistant to dirt and has a strong sense of design.
耐脏 (nàizàng) means 'resistant to dirt'.
在重要的商务场合，很多人会选择黑色西装。
In important business occasions, many people choose black suits.
商务场合 (shāngwù chǎnghé) means 'business occasions'.
她用黑色马克笔在白板上写下了重要的信息。
She used a black marker to write down important information on the whiteboard.
马克笔 (mǎkèbǐ) means 'marker pen'.
尽管外面天色已晚，但她依然能感受到夜空的黑色魅力。
Although it was late outside, she could still feel the charm of the black night sky.
魅力 (mèilì) means 'charm'.
这幅抽象画以黑色为主色调，给人一种神秘的感觉。
This abstract painting uses black as the main color, giving people a mysterious feeling.
主色调 (zhǔsèdiào) means 'main color tone'.
他对黑色的幽默情有独钟，总能把日常琐事描绘得既可笑又发人深省。
He has a special fondness for dark humor, always able to describe everyday trivialities in a way that's both comical and thought-provoking.
情有独钟 (qíngyǒudúzhōng) means to have a special fondness for something. 既...又... (jì...yòu...) means both...and...
经过一番激烈的讨论，最终他们决定采用黑色作为品牌的主色调，以彰显其高端与神秘的特质。
After a fierce discussion, they finally decided to use black as the main brand color to highlight its high-end and mysterious qualities.
彰显 (zhāngxiǎn) means to highlight or manifest. 特质 (tèzhì) refers to characteristics or qualities.
在这次慈善晚宴上，许多嘉宾都身着黑色礼服，显得庄重而优雅。
At this charity gala, many guests were dressed in black formal attire, appearing solemn and elegant.
身着 (shēnzhuó) means to be dressed in. 庄重 (zhuāngzhòng) means solemn/dignified, 优雅 (yōuyǎ) means elegant.
虽然她的作品总是以黑白两色为主，但却能展现出极强的视觉冲击力。
Although her works are always dominated by black and white, they can still show a strong visual impact.
以...为主 (yǐ...wéizhǔ) means to be mainly... 视觉冲击力 (shìjuéchōngjílì) means visual impact.
他有一头乌黑亮丽的头发，每次出门前总会精心打理一番。
He has a head of jet-black and shiny hair, always meticulously styling it before going out.
乌黑亮丽 (wūhēiliànglì) is an idiom describing black and shiny (hair). 精心打理 (jīngxīndǎlǐ) means to meticulously take care of/style.
电影的结局充满了悬念，最终的黑色反转让所有观众都大跌眼镜。
The movie's ending was full of suspense, and the final dark twist left all the audience dumbfounded.
大跌眼镜 (dàdiēyǎnjìng) is an idiom meaning to be greatly surprised or dumbfounded.
他收藏了许多经典的黑色唱片，每张唱片都记录着一段独特的音乐历史。
He collected many classic black records, and each record documented a unique piece of music history.
唱片 (chàngpiàn) means record (vinyl).
这间咖啡馆的装修风格以黑色和原木色为主，营造出一种简约而舒适的氛围。
The decor style of this cafe is mainly black and natural wood, creating a simple and comfortable atmosphere.
原木色 (yuánmùsè) means natural wood color. 营造 (yíngzào) means to create/build (an atmosphere).
在当代艺术中，黑色常被用来象征深邃、神秘和无限的可能性，而非仅仅是色彩的缺失。
In contemporary art, black is often used to symbolize depth, mystery, and infinite possibilities, rather than merely the absence of color.
“而非” (fēi'ér) is a formal conjunction meaning 'rather than'.
那家公司在经济低迷时期遭遇了严重的财政困境，其财务报表上赫然呈现出一片黑色。
That company faced severe financial difficulties during the economic downturn, and its financial statements clearly showed a bleak picture (lit. 'a stretch of black').
“赫然呈现” (hèrén chéngxiàn) means 'strikingly present' or 'clearly displayed'.
尽管社会普遍呼吁透明化，但有些政府部门的运作依然笼罩在黑色的不透明之中，引发公众质疑。
Despite widespread calls for transparency, the operations of some government departments remain shrouded in opaque darkness, raising public questions.
“笼罩在…之中” (lǒngzhào zài… zhīzhōng) means 'shrouded in...'.
这部电影以其独特的黑色幽默风格，对社会现实进行了辛辣的讽刺，引人深思。
This film, with its unique black humor style, offered sharp satire on social reality, prompting deep thought.
“辛辣的讽刺” (xīnlà de fěngcì) means 'sharp/caustic satire'.
面对挫折，他展现出一种不屈不挠的黑色韧性，无论多么艰难，总能找到重新站起来的力量。
Facing setbacks, he displayed an unyielding dark resilience; no matter how difficult, he always found the strength to get back up.
“不屈不挠” (bùqū bùnáo) means 'unyielding'.
在文学作品中，黑色可以象征着绝望、死亡，也可以代表着反抗、新生和未知的力量。
In literary works, black can symbolize despair, death, but also represent resistance, rebirth, and unknown power.
“既可以…也可以…” (jì kěyǐ… yě kěyǐ…) is a common structure meaning 'can be both... and...'.
这座城市的夜生活充满了活力，霓虹灯与深邃的夜空交织成一幅动人的黑色画卷。
The nightlife of this city is full of vitality, with neon lights and the deep night sky intertwining to form a moving black canvas.
“交织成” (jiāzhī chéng) means 'intertwine into'.
她那双深邃的黑色眼睛仿佛能洞察一切，总能看穿别人隐藏的心思。
Her deep black eyes seemed to be able to see through everything, always discerning others' hidden thoughts.
“洞察一切” (dòngchá yīqiè) means 'to perceive everything' or 'to see through everything'.
تلازمات شائعة
العبارات الشائعة
我喜欢黑色。
I like black (color).
那辆车是黑色的。
That car is black.
她穿着黑色的裙子。
She is wearing a black dress.
他有一双黑色的眼睛。
He has a pair of black eyes.
请给我一杯黑咖啡。
Please give me a cup of black coffee.
天很黑了。
It's very dark (the sky is black).
我买了一个黑色的包。
I bought a black bag.
这个房间是黑色的。
This room is black.
他把头发染成了黑色。
He dyed his hair black.
我有一支黑色的笔。
I have a black pen.
يُخلط عادةً مع
The opposite color, 'white color'.
Another common basic color, 'red color'.
The general word for 'color', which learners often confuse with specific color names if they don't grasp the pattern of adding '色' to the character for the color.
أنماط نحوية
تعبيرات اصطلاحية
"漆黑"
pitch black, jet black (like lacquer)
房间里一片漆黑，什么也看不见。(The room was pitch black, couldn't see anything.)
neutral"黑心"
black-hearted, evil-minded (describes a person who is morally corrupt or exploits others)
那个商人太黑心了，卖假货给顾客。(That businessman is so black-hearted, selling fake goods to customers.)
informal"黑马"
dark horse (an unexpected winner or success)
这次比赛的黑马是那个年轻的选手。(The dark horse of this competition is that young player.)
neutral"黑白分明"
black and white are clearly distinct; clear distinction between right and wrong
这个问题很简单，黑白分明。(This issue is very simple, it's black and white.)
formal"黑字"
in the black, profitable (referring to financial accounts)
公司这个月终于有黑字了。(The company finally made a profit this month.)
neutral"黑锅"
black pot; to take the blame for others' mistakes (idiomatic expression)
他背了黑锅，不是他的错。(He took the blame, it wasn't his fault.)
informal"黑户"
unregistered person; someone without legal household registration
在中国有些地方还有黑户。(In some places in China, there are still unregistered people.)
neutral"黑名单"
blacklist
他因为表现不好被列入了黑名单。(He was put on the blacklist because of his poor performance.)
neutral"黑市"
black market
这些商品只能在黑市上买到。(These goods can only be bought on the black market.)
neutral"黑帮"
gang, mafia (literally 'black gang')
警方正在打击当地的黑帮活动。(The police are cracking down on local gang activities.)
neutralسهل الخلط
Many learners confuse this character as a standalone word for 'black', but it's typically used as an adjective or part of a compound word. It means 'dark' or 'black' but is not usually a noun on its own for the color.
While '黑' means 'dark' or 'black', it's an adjective. '黑色' is the noun for 'black color'.
我喜欢黑色的车。(Wǒ xǐhuān hēisè de chē.) - I like black cars. (Here '黑色' is the adjective describing the color of the car.)
'墨' refers to 'ink' or 'Chinese ink' and is sometimes mistaken for 'black' because ink is usually black. However, it specifically denotes the substance, not the color itself.
'墨' is ink, a specific black substance. '黑色' is the general color black.
他用墨水写字。(Tā yòng mòshuǐ xiězì.) - He writes with ink.
'暗' means 'dark' or 'dim' and can be associated with black. Learners might use it interchangeably with '黑' or '黑色' when talking about colors, but '暗' describes a lack of light rather than a specific color.
'暗' refers to darkness or dimness. '黑色' is the color black.
房间里很暗。(Fángjiān lǐ hěn àn.) - The room is very dark.
'深色' means 'dark color'. While black is a dark color, '深色' is a broader term that can include dark blue, dark green, etc., leading to confusion if someone intends to specifically say 'black'.
'深色' is a general term for dark colors. '黑色' is specifically the color black.
我喜欢穿深色的衣服。(Wǒ xǐhuān chuān shēnsè de yīfu.) - I like to wear dark-colored clothes.
'乌' means 'crow' or 'dark/black'. It often appears in compound words relating to black things, like '乌鸦' (crow) or '乌发' (black hair), but it's not commonly used as a standalone word for the color 'black' in the same way '黑色' is.
'乌' is often part of compounds describing black things. '黑色' is the direct noun for the color black.
她有一头乌黑的头发。(Tā yǒu yìtóu wūhēi de tóufa.) - She has jet-black hair.
أنماط الجُمل
这是黑色的。
这是黑色的 (zhè shì hēisè de). - This is black.
我喜欢黑色。
我喜欢黑色 (wǒ xǐhuān hēisè). - I like black.
他有一辆黑色的车。
他有一辆黑色的车 (tā yǒu yī liàng hēisè de chē). - He has a black car.
这件衣服是黑色的吗？
这件衣服是黑色的吗 (zhè jiàn yīfu shì hēisè de ma)? - Is this piece of clothing black?
我想要黑色的咖啡。
我想要黑色的咖啡 (wǒ xiǎng yào hēisè de kāfēi). - I want black coffee.
请给我黑色的笔。
请给我黑色的笔 (qǐng gěi wǒ hēisè de bǐ). - Please give me the black pen.
她的头发是黑色的。
她的头发是黑色的 (tā de tóufà shì hēisè de). - Her hair is black.
黑色和白色。
黑色和白色 (hēisè hé báisè). - Black and white.
كيفية الاستخدام
黑色 (hēisè) is the Chinese word for 'black color'. It's commonly used to describe the color black, just like in English. You can use it before a noun, like '黑色汽车' (hēisè qìchē - black car), or after a verb like '是' (shì - to be), such as '这件衣服是黑色的' (zhè jiàn yīfu shì hēisè de - This piece of clothing is black).
A common mistake for English speakers is to directly translate 'black' when it's part of a compound word or idiom where Chinese uses a different color or concept. For example, 'black tea' in English is '红茶' (hóngchá - red tea) in Chinese. Another mistake might be omitting the '的' (de) when 黑色 is used predicatively, as in '这件衣服是黑色' which should be '这件衣服是黑色的'.
نصائح
Basic Color Word
黑色 (hēisè) is one of the most basic and common color words in Chinese. It's essential to learn this early on.
Character Breakdown
The first character, 黑 (hēi), means 'black.' The second character, 色 (sè), means 'color.' So, literally, it's 'black color.'
Pronunciation Practice
Pay attention to the tones: 黑 (hēi) is a first tone, and 色 (sè) is a fourth tone. Practice saying them together: hēi-sè.
Common Usage: Clothing
You'll often hear 黑色 when talking about clothing. For example, 黑色的衣服 (hēisède yīfu) means 'black clothes.'
Common Usage: Objects
It's used for any black object. For instance, 黑色的笔 (hēisède bǐ) means 'black pen.'
Adjective Structure
When 黑色 describes a noun, you often use 的 (de) in between: [color] + 的 + [noun]. For example, 黑色的汽车 (hēisède qìchē) means 'black car.'
Opposite Color
The opposite of 黑色 is 白色 (báisè - white). Learning common antonyms together can help with retention.
Sentence Example 1
我喜欢黑色。 (Wǒ xǐhuān hēisè.) - I like black (color).
Sentence Example 2
她穿了一件黑色的裙子。 (Tā chuānle yī jiàn hēisè de qúnzi.) - She wore a black dress.
Contextual Learning
Look for 黑色 in your daily environment. Point to black objects and say 黑色. This helps associate the word with real-world items.
احفظها
وسيلة تذكّر
Think of a 'black' cat that is so 'hei se' that you can barely see it in the dark.
ربط بصري
Imagine a black (黑色) chalkboard. What do you write with on a black chalkboard? White chalk! The contrast will help you remember 黑色 as black.
Word Web
تحدٍّ
Describe objects around you using 黑色. For example, '我的车是黑色' (Wǒ de chē shì hēisè - My car is black) or '我喜欢穿黑色衣服' (Wǒ xǐhuan chuān hēisè yīfu - I like to wear black clothes).
أصل الكلمة
The character '黑' (hēi) is an ideogram depicting a person with soot marks on their face, indicating dirt or darkness. The radical '里' (lǐ), meaning 'inside' or 'village', is also present, further suggesting something hidden or profound within the darkness. The '色' (sè) character means color.
المعنى الأصلي: The combination '黑色' literally means 'black color'.
Sino-Tibetanالسياق الثقافي
In Chinese culture, black (黑色, hēisè) can carry diverse meanings. While it shares the Western connotations of mystery and formality, it's also historically associated with solemnity, power, and even good fortune, especially in ancient imperial contexts. However, in modern usage, it can also symbolize misfortune or evil, similar to Western perceptions. <br> <br> For example, in some traditional beliefs, black dogs are thought to ward off evil spirits, and black sesame seeds are considered beneficial for health and longevity. It's important to note that the symbolism of black can vary depending on the specific context and region within China.
تدرّب في الحياة الواقعية
سياقات واقعية
Describing objects by color
- 这是黑色的。
- zhe shi hei se de.
- This is black.
- 我喜欢黑色的衣服。
- wo xi huan hei se de yi fu.
- I like black clothes.
- 我的车是黑色的。
- wo de che shi hei se de.
- My car is black.
Fashion and clothing
- 黑色很时尚。
- hei se hen shi shang.
- Black is very fashionable.
- 这件黑色T恤很好看。
- zhe jian hei se T-xu hen hao kan.
- This black T-shirt looks good.
- 他总是穿黑色的。
- ta zong shi chuan hei se de.
- He always wears black.
Moods and feelings (less common but can be used metaphorically)
- 他今天心情很黑色。
- ta jin tian xin qing hen hei se.
- He's in a black mood today. (Literally: His mood today is very black.)
- 一个黑色的日子。
- yi ge hei se de ri zi.
- A black day. (Meaning: a bad day)
Food and drink (describing color of certain items)
- 黑咖啡
- hei ka fei
- black coffee
- 黑巧克力
- hei qiao ke li
- dark chocolate
- 黑米饭
- hei mi fan
- black rice
Contrasting with other colors
- 黑色和白色。
- hei se he bai se.
- Black and white.
- 我喜欢黑色多于红色。
- wo xi huan hei se duo yu hong se.
- I prefer black over red.
- 这个房间是黑白相间的。
- zhe ge fang jian shi hei bai xiang jian de.
- This room is black and white.
بدايات محادثة
"你喜欢什么颜色的衣服？"
"ni xi huan shen me yan se de yi fu?"
"What color clothes do you like?"
"你的手机是什么颜色的？"
"ni de shou ji shi shen me yan se de?"
"What color is your phone?"
"你觉得黑色怎么样？"
"ni jue de hei se zen me yang?"
"What do you think of black?"
"你有没有黑色的包？"
"ni you mei you hei se de bao?"
"Do you have a black bag?"
"你喜欢喝黑咖啡吗？"
"ni xi huan he hei ka fei ma?"
"Do you like to drink black coffee?"
مواضيع للكتابة اليومية
写下你今天看到的三个黑色的东西。
xie xia ni jin tian kan dao de san ge hei se de dong xi.
Write down three black things you saw today.
描述一个你最喜欢的黑色物品。
miao shu yi ge ni zui xi huan de hei se wu pin.
Describe your favorite black item.
黑色让你想到什么？
hei se rang ni xiang dao shen me?
What does the color black make you think of?
如果你要买一件黑色的东西，你会买什么？
ru guo ni yao mai yi jian hei se de dong xi, ni hui mai shen me?
If you were to buy something black, what would you buy?
你觉得黑色在时尚中扮演什么角色？
ni jue de hei se zai shi shang zhong ban yan shen me jiao se?
What role do you think black plays in fashion?
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةThe word for 'black' in Chinese is 黑色 (hēi sè).
黑色 (hēi sè) primarily means 'black color'. It's generally used to describe the color black, like in 'black car' or 'black coffee'.
黑 (hēi) is the character for black and can be used as an adjective (e.g., 黑猫 - hēi māo - black cat). 黑色 (hēi sè) literally means 'black color' and is a noun. Often, they can be used interchangeably, but 黑色 emphasizes it as a color.
Yes, you can say 黑色的头发 (hēi sè de tóu fà), which means 'black hair'.
You can ask 这是什么颜色？(zhè shì shénme yánsè?) - 'What color is this?' If it's black, the answer would be 这是黑色 (zhè shì hēi sè).
Some common phrases include: 黑咖啡 (hēi kā fēi) - black coffee, 黑板 (hēi bǎn) - blackboard, and 黑夜 (hēi yè) - dark night/nighttime.
黑色 (hēi sè) is a neutral term and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It's the standard way to refer to the color black.
The Chinese characters for 'black' are 黑 (hēi) and 色 (sè). Together, they form 黑色.
Like in many cultures, black can sometimes be associated with negativity (e.g., bad luck, darkness). However, it's also a popular and elegant color in fashion and design. It really depends on the context.
The pronunciation is hēi sè. 'Hēi' has a high, flat tone (first tone), and 'sè' has a falling tone (fourth tone).
اختبر نفسك 138 أسئلة
这件衬衫是___色的。(Zhè jiàn chènshān shì ___ sè de.) This shirt is ___ colored.
The sentence asks for a color for the shirt. '黑色' means black.
我喜欢穿___裤子。(Wǒ xǐhuān chuān ___ kùzi.) I like to wear ___ pants.
The sentence is about favorite pants color. '黑色' means black.
他的车是___色的。(Tā de chē shì ___ sè de.) His car is ___ colored.
The sentence describes the color of his car. '黑色' means black.
这个包是___色的，很好看。(Zhège bāo shì ___ sè de, hěn hǎokàn.) This bag is ___ colored, very nice.
The sentence describes the color of the bag. '黑色' means black.
她有一只___猫。(Tā yǒu yī zhī ___ māo.) She has a ___ cat.
The sentence describes the color of her cat. '黑色' means black.
我买了___色的鞋子。(Wǒ mǎi le ___ sè de xiézi.) I bought ___ colored shoes.
The sentence describes the color of the shoes bought. '黑色' means black.
Which of these is the correct way to say 'black color' in Chinese?
黑色 (hēi sè) literally means 'black color'.
If you want to describe a black cat, which word would you use?
黑 (hēi) means 'black', so 黑猫 (hēi māo) means 'black cat'.
Which sentence uses '黑色' correctly?
This sentence directly translates to 'I like black color', using 黑色 correctly.
黑色 (hēi sè) means 'black color'.
Yes, 黑色 (hēi sè) is the Chinese word for 'black color'.
This is a black pen: 这是一支白色的笔。 (Zhè shì yī zhī báisè de bǐ.)
白色的 (báisè de) means 'white', so this sentence means 'This is a white pen.' To say 'black pen', you would use 黑色的 (hēisè de).
In Chinese, 黑色 can be used to describe the color of an object.
Yes, 黑色 is used to describe the color black for objects.
Write a short sentence describing an object that is black in color. Use '黑色'.
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
我的猫是黑色的。(My cat is black.)
Complete the sentence: '我喜欢穿___衣服。' (I like to wear ___ clothes.) Use '黑色'.
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
我喜欢穿黑色的衣服。(I like to wear black clothes.)
Describe a black pen using '黑色' in a simple sentence.
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
这是一支黑色的笔。(This is a black pen.)
猫是什么颜色的？ (What color is the cat?)
Read this passage:
这只猫是黑色的。它很可爱。 (This cat is black. It is very cute.)
猫是什么颜色的？ (What color is the cat?)
文章中说 '这只猫是黑色的。' (The passage says 'This cat is black.')
文章中说 '这只猫是黑色的。' (The passage says 'This cat is black.')
包是什么颜色的？ (What color is the bag?)
Read this passage:
我有一个黑色的包。它很大。 (I have a black bag. It is very big.)
包是什么颜色的？ (What color is the bag?)
文章中说 '我有一个黑色的包。' (The passage says 'I have a black bag.')
文章中说 '我有一个黑色的包。' (The passage says 'I have a black bag.')
她喜欢穿什么颜色的鞋子？ (What color shoes does she like to wear?)
Read this passage:
她喜欢穿黑色的鞋子。 (She likes to wear black shoes.)
她喜欢穿什么颜色的鞋子？ (What color shoes does she like to wear?)
文章中说 '她喜欢穿黑色的鞋子。' (The passage says 'She likes to wear black shoes.')
文章中说 '她喜欢穿黑色的鞋子。' (The passage says 'She likes to wear black shoes.')
This means 'The cat is black.' In Chinese, we often say '[noun] 是 [color] 的' to describe something's color.
This means 'She likes black clothes.' '黑色的' describes '衣服' (clothes).
This means 'I bought a black pen.' '一支' is a measure word for pens.
What color car does the speaker like?
What color is her hair?
What colors are available for this shirt?
Read this aloud:
我有一只黑色的猫。
Focus: hēi sè
قلت:
Speech recognition is not supported in your browser. Try Chrome or Edge.
Read this aloud:
他穿着一件黑色的外套。
Focus: wài tào
قلت:
Speech recognition is not supported in your browser. Try Chrome or Edge.
Read this aloud:
你喜欢黑色还是白色？
Focus: hái shì
قلت:
Speech recognition is not supported in your browser. Try Chrome or Edge.
This sentence means 'Her bag is black.' The order is Subject + Possessive + Object + Verb + Color.
This sentence means 'He likes black shoes.' The order is Subject + Verb + Adjective + Possessive + Noun.
This sentence means 'I have a black coat.' The order is Subject + Verb + Number + Measure Word + Adjective + Noun.
她喜欢穿___的衣服。
The sentence means 'She likes to wear black clothes.' '黑色' (hēisè) means black.
我的车是___的。
The sentence means 'My car is black.' '黑色' (hēisè) means black.
他买了一支___的笔。
The sentence means 'He bought a black pen.' '黑色' (hēisè) means black.
天空是___的，要下雨了。
The sentence means 'The sky is black, it's going to rain.' '黑色' (hēisè) means black.
她有一头___的长发。
The sentence means 'She has long black hair.' '黑色' (hēisè) means black.
我喜欢穿___的鞋子。
The sentence means 'I like to wear black shoes.' '黑色' (hēisè) means black.
她喜欢穿什么颜色的衣服？
The question asks what color clothes she likes to wear. '黑色' means black.
哪种动物通常是黑色的？
Pandas (熊猫) are famously black and white. The other animals are typically other colors.
当你说“黑咖啡”时，你指的是没有加什么东西的咖啡？
Black coffee (黑咖啡) refers to coffee without milk or cream.
天空通常是蓝色的，而不是黑色的。
The sky is typically blue during the day. It's only black at night or during very dark conditions.
黑板通常用来写字。
Blackboards (黑板) are traditionally used for writing with chalk in classrooms.
黑色代表光明和希望。
In many cultures, black is often associated with darkness, mystery, or formality, not typically with light and hope.
Listen for colors.
Listen for descriptions.
Listen for drink orders.
Read this aloud:
这件黑色的外套很适合你。
Focus: hēi sè de
قلت:
Speech recognition is not supported in your browser. Try Chrome or Edge.
Read this aloud:
我需要一双黑色的鞋子。
Focus: yī shuāng hēi sè de xié zi
قلت:
Speech recognition is not supported in your browser. Try Chrome or Edge.
Read this aloud:
他喜欢穿黑色的衣服。
Focus: chuān hēi sè de yī fu
قلت:
Speech recognition is not supported in your browser. Try Chrome or Edge.
Describe a black object you see every day. Use '黑色' in your description.
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
我的手机壳是黑色的。 (My phone case is black.)
Write two sentences about something you like or dislike that is black. Make sure to use '黑色' correctly.
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
我喜欢黑色的衣服，因为它们看起来很酷。我不喜欢黑色的咖啡，因为它太苦了。 (I like black clothes because they look cool. I don't like black coffee because it's too bitter.)
Imagine you are describing a pet. If your pet is black, how would you describe its color? Use '黑色' in your answer.
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
我的猫是黑色的，它有一双绿色的眼睛。 (My cat is black, and it has a pair of green eyes.)
根据短文，这件外套是什么颜色？ (According to the passage, what color is this jacket?)
Read this passage:
这件外套是黑色的，很适合冬天穿。它的材质很柔软，穿起来很舒服。 (This jacket is black and very suitable for wearing in winter. Its material is very soft and comfortable to wear.)
根据短文，这件外套是什么颜色？ (According to the passage, what color is this jacket?)
短文中明确指出“这件外套是黑色的”。 (The passage clearly states 'This jacket is black'.)
短文中明确指出“这件外套是黑色的”。 (The passage clearly states 'This jacket is black'.)
小明为什么喜欢穿黑色的鞋子？ (Why does Xiao Ming like to wear black shoes?)
Read this passage:
小明喜欢穿黑色的鞋子，因为黑色很容易搭配其他颜色的衣服。他还有一顶黑色的帽子。 (Xiao Ming likes to wear black shoes because black is easy to match with clothes of other colors. He also has a black hat.)
小明为什么喜欢穿黑色的鞋子？ (Why does Xiao Ming like to wear black shoes?)
短文中提到“因为黑色很容易搭配其他颜色的衣服”。 (The passage mentions 'because black is easy to match with clothes of other colors'.)
短文中提到“因为黑色很容易搭配其他颜色的衣服”。 (The passage mentions 'because black is easy to match with clothes of other colors'.)
文章描述了什么颜色的天空？ (What color sky does the passage describe?)
Read this passage:
夜晚的天空是黑色的，但有时也能看到明亮的星星。一轮黑色的月亮在天上，看起来很神秘。 (The night sky is black, but sometimes bright stars can be seen. A black moon is in the sky, looking very mysterious.)
文章描述了什么颜色的天空？ (What color sky does the passage describe?)
短文中明确提到“夜晚的天空是黑色的”。 (The passage clearly states 'The night sky is black'.)
短文中明确提到“夜晚的天空是黑色的”。 (The passage clearly states 'The night sky is black'.)
This sentence translates to 'This is my black pen.' In Chinese, the possessive particle '的' (de) comes after the possessor '我' (wǒ - I/my) and before the possessed noun '黑色笔' (hēisè bǐ - black pen).
This sentence means 'She likes to wear black clothes.' The structure is 'Subject + 喜欢 (xǐhuān - like) + 穿 (chuān - wear) + 黑色 (hēisè - black) + 衣服 (yīfu - clothes).'
This sentence translates to 'I have a black cat.' The measure word for cats is '只' (zhī). The order is 'Subject + 有 (yǒu - have) + number + measure word + 黑色 (hēisè - black) + 猫 (māo - cat).'
她穿了一件___的连衣裙，看起来非常优雅。
这句话描述了连衣裙的颜色，'黑色' (hēisè) 符合句意，表示优雅。
夜晚的天空一片___，只有几颗星星在闪烁。
夜晚的天空通常是黑色的，所以选择 '黑色' (hēisè) 最合适。
他喜欢穿___的衣服，因为他觉得这样更显瘦。
'黑色' (hēisè) 的衣服确实有显瘦的效果，符合句意。
这只猫全身___，只有眼睛是绿色的。
句中描述猫的颜色， '黑色' (hēisè) 适合用来形容猫的毛色。
咖啡加了牛奶后，颜色从___变成了浅棕色。
纯咖啡的颜色通常是接近黑色的，所以选择 '黑色' (hēisè)。
为了参加葬礼，她特意穿了一身___的套装。
在中国文化中，参加葬礼通常穿 '黑色' (hēisè) 的衣服以示庄重。
她喜欢穿什么颜色的衣服？
问题询问她喜欢穿什么颜色的衣服。正确的回答是'黑色'。
以下哪一项最常与“黑色”联系在一起？
夜晚通常与黑暗和“黑色”相关联。
如果有人说心情很“黑色”，那通常意味着什么？
在许多文化中，“黑色”可以象征悲伤或沮丧的心情。
在中国文化中，黑色总是与不吉利联系在一起。
虽然黑色有时与死亡或不吉利有关，但在中国文化中，它也有庄重、力量和正直的含义，例如在某些传统服饰中。因此，说它“总是”与不吉利联系在一起是不准确的。
黑色是所有颜色的吸收者。
从物理学角度看，黑色物体吸收所有可见光波长，不反射任何颜色，因此我们看到的是黑色。
在中国传统水墨画中，黑色墨水只能用来画单一的线条。
中国水墨画的精髓在于用黑色墨水调配出深浅不一的层次，从浓墨到淡墨，表现出丰富的色彩和质感，并非只能画单一线条。
The speaker likes to wear black clothes. What reason do they give?
The speaker is asking for an opinion on a black jacket. What is their own feeling about it?
The speaker is describing their new phone. What color is it and how do they feel about its appearance?
Read this aloud:
你最喜欢什么颜色的车？我个人觉得黑色的车比较酷。
Focus: 黑色的车 (hēisè de chē)
قلت:
Speech recognition is not supported in your browser. Try Chrome or Edge.
Read this aloud:
我觉得黑色是一种非常经典的颜色，永远不会过时。
Focus: 永远不会过时 (yǒngyuǎn bù huì guòshí)
قلت:
Speech recognition is not supported in your browser. Try Chrome or Edge.
Read this aloud:
这条黑色的裤子很适合你，显得腿很长。
Focus: 显得腿很长 (xiǎnde tuǐ hěn cháng)
قلت:
Speech recognition is not supported in your browser. Try Chrome or Edge.
Imagine you are describing a dramatic sunset. How would you incorporate the color black to enhance the scene's intensity?
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
在日落时分，天空的边缘被染成了深邃的黑色，与血红色的夕阳形成了强烈对比，使得整个场景更加戏剧化。这片黑色仿佛吞噬了白昼的喧嚣，预示着夜晚的到来，给人一种既神秘又庄重的感觉。
Write a short paragraph about a person's personality or mood using '黑色' in a figurative sense.
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
他今天的心情如同天空中的乌云密布，一片黑色笼罩着他，让他整个人看起来都有些沉重。这种黑色并非指颜色，而是他内心深处压抑的情绪，使得他平时开朗的笑容也染上了一层阴影。
Describe a minimalist room design where '黑色' is the dominant color. What effect does it create?
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
这间极简主义的房间以黑色为主调，墙壁、家具甚至是装饰品都呈现出深邃的黑色。这种设计创造了一种宁静而现代的氛围，使空间显得既深邃又宽敞，营造出一种独特的艺术感，让人感受到简约而不简单的美学。
根据文章，黑色在中国传统文化中通常象征着什么？
Read this passage:
在中国的传统文化中，黑色常被视为庄重、神秘和力量的象征。它不仅是夜晚的颜色，也代表着权威和深度。例如，古代官员的服饰中常常使用黑色，以彰显其地位和严肃性。然而，在某些语境下，黑色也可能与悲伤或不祥的意义相关联，这需要根据具体的文化背景来理解。
根据文章，黑色在中国传统文化中通常象征着什么？
文章明确指出，“黑色常被视为庄重、神秘和力量的象征。”
文章明确指出，“黑色常被视为庄重、神秘和力量的象征。”
艺术家在作品中运用黑色主要有什么作用？
Read this passage:
许多艺术家在创作时会巧妙地运用黑色。黑色可以用来突出其他颜色，使其显得更加鲜明，也可以营造出深邃的层次感。在黑白摄影中，黑色更是不可或缺的元素，它通过与白色的对比，展现出图像的轮廓和纹理，赋予作品强烈的视觉冲击力。
艺术家在作品中运用黑色主要有什么作用？
文章提到，“黑色可以用来突出其他颜色，使其显得更加鲜明，也可以营造出深邃的层次感。”
文章提到，“黑色可以用来突出其他颜色，使其显得更加鲜明，也可以营造出深邃的层次感。”
为什么黑色服装在时尚界如此受欢迎？
Read this passage:
时尚界对黑色的运用更是驾轻就熟。黑色服装因其百搭、显瘦和经典的特性，深受大众喜爱。无论是商务场合的西装，还是休闲日常的T恤，黑色都能完美驾驭。它不仅能展现出穿着者的成熟与内敛，也能带来一丝不羁的时尚感。
为什么黑色服装在时尚界如此受欢迎？
文章说明，“黑色服装因其百搭、显瘦和经典的特性，深受大众喜爱。”
文章说明，“黑色服装因其百搭、显瘦和经典的特性，深受大众喜爱。”
This sentence describes someone wearing a black jacket. The order follows a typical Chinese sentence structure: Subject + Verb + Quantity + Adjective + Noun.
This sentence expresses a preference for black cars. The structure is Subject + Verb + Adjective + Noun.
This sentence states that the bag is black. The structure is Demonstrative + Noun + Copula + Adjective.
她穿了一件___连衣裙，看起来非常优雅。(She wore a ___ dress and looked very elegant.)
Contextually, '黑色' (black) fits best to describe an elegant dress. The other colors are also colors but do not have the same immediate connotation of elegance in this common phrasing.
这部电影的结局有些___，让人心情沉重。(The ending of this movie was a bit ___, making people feel heavy-hearted.)
'黑色' (black) in this context refers to a dark or somber mood, which aligns with the feeling of heavy-heartedness. It's a common metaphorical use of the color.
由于没有路灯，小径在夜晚显得一片___，伸手不见五指。(Because there were no streetlights, the path appeared completely ___ at night, where you couldn't see your hand in front of your face.)
'漆黑' (pitch black) is the most appropriate and strongest adjective to describe extreme darkness, fitting the phrase '伸手不见五指' (can't see your hand in front of your face). While '黑色' is the base color, '漆黑' emphasizes the intensity of the darkness.
他有___幽默感，总是能把大家逗笑。(He has a ___ sense of humor, always able to make everyone laugh.)
'黑色幽默' (black humor) is a common phrase in Chinese to describe a dark or cynical sense of humor, which can still be amusing. The other options do not form a standard idiom for humor.
市场经济中存在一些___交易，需要严厉打击。(There are some ___ transactions in the market economy that need to be severely cracked down upon.)
'黑色交易' (black market transactions or illicit transactions) is a common fixed phrase referring to illegal or clandestine dealings. The other options are antonyms or do not fit the context of needing a crackdown.
他喜欢穿___的衣服，觉得这样显得比较庄重。(He likes to wear ___ clothes, feeling that it makes him appear more dignified.)
In many cultures, including Chinese, '黑色' (black) clothing is often associated with formality, seriousness, and dignity, making it the best fit for '显得比较庄重' (appears more dignified).
The black jacket looks very high-end.
I like black and white patterns.
The black of the night is so deep and mysterious.
Read this aloud:
他穿着一件黑色的衬衫，显得格外精神。
Focus: 衬衫 (chènshān)
قلت:
Speech recognition is not supported in your browser. Try Chrome or Edge.
Read this aloud:
把这支黑色的笔递给我。
Focus: 递 (dì)
قلت:
Speech recognition is not supported in your browser. Try Chrome or Edge.
Read this aloud:
我对那种黑色的幽默不太理解。
Focus: 幽默 (yōumò)
قلت:
Speech recognition is not supported in your browser. Try Chrome or Edge.
This sentence describes the vast development potential of a market. '这个市场' (this market) is the subject, '发展潜力' (development potential) is the core noun phrase, and '巨大' (huge/vast) is the adjective modifying the potential.
This sentence indicates that 'we' (我们) finally 'finalized' (敲定了) 'the plan' (的方案). The '的' here functions as a structural particle, turning '方案' into a noun phrase that is the object of the verb '敲定'.
This sentence expresses the need to 'take' (采取) 'effective' (有效) 'countermeasures' (应对措施). '我们' (we) is the subject, and '需要' (need to) is the auxiliary verb.
在复杂的现代艺术作品中，一些艺术家选择用大面积的___来表达深沉的情感，这往往给观者留下强烈的印象。
在艺术语境中，'黑色'常用于表达深沉、严肃或强烈的情感。
他以其标志性的___幽默感闻名，总能在最严肃的场合中插入令人意想不到的讽刺评论。
'黑色幽默'（Black humor）是一个固定搭配，指一种嘲讽、带有悲剧色彩的幽默。
经过一系列密集的谈判，双方终于在一份看似平淡无奇，实则充满___细节的协议上达成了共识。
在此语境中，'黑色细节'引申为不为人知、可能涉及阴谋或复杂隐情的部分，表示深层、不明显的问题。
尽管表面风平浪静，但关于公司内部权力斗争的___传闻从未间断，让人对未来的走向感到担忧。
'黑色传闻'指的是关于不法、负面或秘密活动的谣言，具有负面色彩。
在文学作品中，作者常常通过描绘人物内心的___挣扎，来揭示人性的复杂与矛盾。
'黑色挣扎'形容内心深处、不愿示人的痛苦或阴暗的斗争。
为了维持其在全球市场的主导地位，这家跨国公司被指控进行了一系列___的商业操作，以压制竞争对手。
'黑色操作'通常指不道德、非法或不正当的商业行为，带有贬义。
Choose the most appropriate synonym for '黑色' (black) in the context of describing a gloomy or ominous atmosphere.
While all options relate to black, '玄色' carries a connotation of mystery, profundity, or even ominousness, making it suitable for describing a gloomy atmosphere at a C2 level.
In Chinese culture, which of the following is often NOT directly associated with the literal color '黑色' (black) but carries a similar metaphorical weight of solemnity or formality?
Mourning attire, official uniforms, and graduation gowns often incorporate black or very dark colors to convey solemnity and formality. A wedding dress, traditionally white, stands out as not directly associated with black in this metaphorical sense.
Which idiom, containing '黑色' (black), best describes someone who is very unlucky or has a terrible fate?
'背黑锅' (to carry a black pot) means to be made a scapegoat, implying bad luck or an unfair burden, which aligns with the meaning of having a terrible fate.
The phrase '黑色幽默' (black humor) implies a cynical or morbid sense of humor, which is generally considered a universally understood concept across cultures.
'黑色幽默' indeed refers to a cynical or morbid sense of humor. While the specific manifestations might vary, the core concept of humor derived from dark or taboo subjects is broadly recognized in many cultures.
In the context of Chinese business and finance, '黑色' (black) always carries a negative connotation, such as '黑市' (black market) or '黑钱' (black money).
While '黑市' (black market) and '黑钱' (black money) are negative, '黑马' (black horse) refers to an unexpected winner or dark horse, which is a positive connotation. Therefore, black does not always carry a negative connotation in business contexts.
If someone describes a person as having a '黑色皮肤' (black skin), it is always a neutral description of their complexion without any deeper cultural implications.
While '黑色皮肤' can be a neutral description, in some contexts, particularly historically or within certain social discussions, referring to skin color can carry additional, sometimes sensitive, cultural or societal implications beyond a purely neutral observation. Therefore, stating it's 'always' neutral is inaccurate.
Describe a time you felt a profound sense of melancholy or despair. How did the 'blackness' of that feeling manifest in your thoughts or perceptions?
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
那是一个阴沉的雨天，我的心情如同窗外的天空一样，被一层厚重的黑色笼罩着。每一个想法都带着绝望的色彩，仿佛所有的光明都被吞噬了。那种沉重的感受，让我觉得呼吸都变得困难，整个世界都失去了色彩，只剩下无尽的黑暗。
Imagine a dystopian future where a totalitarian regime uses the color black to symbolize its absolute power and control. Write a short paragraph describing how this symbolism affects the citizens' daily lives and their psychological state.
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
在这个极权统治的未来，黑色成为了无处不在的标志，它不仅仅是制服的颜色，更是思想控制的象征。市民们被要求穿着黑色，建筑物被涂成黑色，连宣传海报也只有黑白两色。这种视觉上的压迫，使得每个人的心中都蒙上了一层黑色的阴影，恐惧和顺从如影随形，任何一丝色彩的出现都可能被视为反抗的信号。
Discuss the philosophical implications of 'black' as the absence of color or the absorption of all colors. How does this concept relate to ideas of nothingness, enlightenment, or even the origins of the universe in various cultural or scientific contexts?
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
从哲学的角度看，黑色既是无色，也是所有颜色的吸收。这种特性使其与虚无的概念紧密相连，如同宇宙大爆炸前的状态，一片混沌与黑暗。在某些文化中，黑色也象征着开悟前的无知，或是对未知深邃的探索。它既可以代表终结，也可以是新生的起点，蕴含着无限的可能性与深刻的意义。
根据文章，黑色在中国传统文化和现代设计中分别代表了什么？
Read this passage:
在中国的传统文化中，黑色常常与神秘、庄重甚至不祥联系在一起。例如，在古代的祭祀活动中，黑色服饰被用来表达对神灵的敬畏。然而，在现代设计中，黑色又被赋予了时尚、经典和高雅的寓意。这种多重含义的演变，反映了文化观念的流动性和复杂性。
根据文章，黑色在中国传统文化和现代设计中分别代表了什么？
文章明确指出，传统文化中黑色与神秘、庄重、不祥相关，而现代设计中则代表时尚、经典、高雅。
文章明确指出，传统文化中黑色与神秘、庄重、不祥相关，而现代设计中则代表时尚、经典、高雅。
文章主要说明了什么关于人们对黑色的感知？
Read this passage:
心理学研究表明，人们对黑色的感知会受到文化背景和个人经验的双重影响。例如，在西方文化中，黑色常与悲伤和死亡相关联，而在某些东方文化中，它可能象征着重生和力量。这种差异导致了人们在不同情境下对黑色产生截然不同的情感反应。
文章主要说明了什么关于人们对黑色的感知？
文章明确指出，人们对黑色的感知会受到文化背景和个人经验的双重影响。
文章明确指出，人们对黑色的感知会受到文化背景和个人经验的双重影响。
根据物理学原理，为什么黑色物体在阳光下更容易变热？
Read this passage:
在物理学中，黑色物体能够吸收所有波长的可见光，因此我们感知不到任何反射的光线。这与白色物体形成鲜明对比，白色物体反射所有波长的光。这种吸收和反射的特性，决定了物体呈现给我们的颜色，也解释了为什么黑色物体在阳光下更容易变热。
根据物理学原理，为什么黑色物体在阳光下更容易变热？
文章中提到，黑色物体能够吸收所有波长的可见光，因此更容易变热。
文章中提到，黑色物体能够吸收所有波长的可见光，因此更容易变热。
This sentence describes his black sedan sparkling in the sun. The order follows a typical subject-verb-object structure with descriptive elements.
This sentence describes a black dress complementing her fair skin. The order highlights the dress first, then its effect on her skin.
This sentence describes the entire city being plunged into darkness due to a power outage. It follows a cause-effect structure.
/ 138 correct
Perfect score!
Basic Color Word
黑色 (hēisè) is one of the most basic and common color words in Chinese. It's essential to learn this early on.
Character Breakdown
The first character, 黑 (hēi), means 'black.' The second character, 色 (sè), means 'color.' So, literally, it's 'black color.'
Pronunciation Practice
Pay attention to the tones: 黑 (hēi) is a first tone, and 色 (sè) is a fourth tone. Practice saying them together: hēi-sè.
Common Usage: Clothing
You'll often hear 黑色 when talking about clothing. For example, 黑色的衣服 (hēisède yīfu) means 'black clothes.'
محتوى ذو صلة
هذه الكلمة بلغات أخرى
مزيد من كلمات general
一下儿
A1a bit, a moment
点儿
A1a little bit
有点儿
A1a little, somewhat (negative connotation)
一下
A2A bit; a moment (used after a verb).
一点儿
A1a little, a bit
一会儿
A1a moment, a while
一部分
B1part; portion; minority
异样
B1different; unusual; strange
关于
A1about, concerning
快要
A2to be about to (happen)
