also: バラいろ
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
rose-colored; pink
Literal color sense; describes something that is the color of a rose, typically a warm pink or light crimson.
彼女は薔薇色のドレスを着ていた。
She was wearing a rose-colored dress.
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
rosy; bright
Figurative use describing a positive, optimistic outlook on life, the future, or prospects. Often used in set phrases like 薔薇色の人生 (a rosy life).
彼は薔薇色の未来を夢見ている。
He dreams of a rosy future.
新婚当初は薔薇色の生活だった。
The early days of their marriage were a rosy life.