Translation guide
Describes something that is showy, gaudy, or attracts attention through bright colors, bold designs, or ostentatious style. Can be used for clothing, accessories, cars, or behavior.
Describing something visually loud, overly bright, or tastelessly showy, like clothing, decorations, or designs.
She always wears flashy clothes.
That car has a flashy color, doesn't it?
Emphatic form of 派手, meaning very flashy or gaudy. Often has a negative nuance of being overly showy.
That tie is really flashy, isn't it?
Means gaudy, garish, or tacky. Used for overly bright or clashing colors and excessive decoration. Stronger negative nuance than 派手.
That dress is gaudy and tasteless.
Means harsh, glaring, or lurid. Often used for colors that are too intense or offensive to the eye.
The wall color is so harsh I can't relax.
Describing someone who shows off wealth, status, or personality in a loud, attention-seeking way.
Also used for flashy behavior or lifestyle, like spending money conspicuously or acting flamboyantly.
He spends money flashily.
Means gorgeous, showy, or glamorous in a positive sense. Often used for events, celebrities, or stylish appearances.
A noun meaning 'a person who likes flashy things' or 'a taste for the flashy'. Can describe someone's personality.
Describing something eye-catching and cool, like a sleek design or impressive move, without negative connotations.
Can also be used positively for something that is showy in a cool or impressive way, depending on context.
His play is flashy but effective.
Means 'on the flashy side' or 'a bit flashy'. A softer way to say something is showy without being too strong.
This jacket might be a bit flashy.
Slang meaning photogenic or visually striking, often for social media. Can imply flashy in a positive, Instagram-worthy way.
派手 can be negative (gaudy) or neutral/positive depending on context. 華やか is almost always positive, meaning glamorous or gorgeous. Use 華やか for elegant flashiness, 派手 for loud or bold flashiness.
閃光 (せんこう) means 'flash of light' and is not used to describe flashy style. Stick to 派手 or similar adjectives.
He excited the audience with a flashy performance.
彼女のドレスはとても華やかだった。
Her dress was very flashy/glamorous.
彼は派手好きで、いつも目立つ格好をしている。
He likes flashy things and always dresses to stand out.
These nails are super flashy/eye-catching!