朱
Meanings
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noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
red; vermilion; cinnabar; scarlet
Refers to a bright, slightly orange-tinged red, often associated with traditional Japanese colors, seals, and ink. Can be used as a noun or adjectivally with の.
I stamp a vermilion seal.
She was wearing a scarlet kimono.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉に朱で書くto write something in vermilion ink
The teacher marked circles on the answer sheets in red ink.
- 〈物〉に朱を注すto add a touch of vermilion to something (e.g., lips)
She added a touch of vermilion to her lips.
Expressions
- 朱に染まるbe covered in blood; welter in blood · turn red; become crimson