Definition
脸谱 refers to the painted facial patterns used in Chinese opera, especially Peking opera, to visually represent a character's personality, role type, and moral standing. Unlike general theatrical makeup, each color and pattern has a symbolic meaning (e.g., red for loyalty, white for cunning). This cultural tradition is distinct to Chinese opera and is often studied as an art form.
n.
facial makeup or mask patterns in Chinese opera (particularly Peking opera)used to symbolize character traits
Examples
- 脸谱，。Jīngjù de liǎn pǔ yánsè xiānyàn, měi zhǒng yánsè dōu yǒu tèbié de yìsi.The facial makeup in Peking opera has bright colors, and each color has a special meaning.
- 脸谱，。Tā huà le Guān Yǔ de liǎn pǔ, biǎomíng zhège juésè shì zhōngchéng yǒnggǎn de.He painted Guan Yu's facial makeup, indicating that the character is loyal and brave.
- ，脸谱。Wàiguó rén cānguān jīngjù tuán shí, duì liǎn pǔ fēicháng gǎn xìngqù.When foreigners visit a Peking opera troupe, they are very interested in the facial makeup.
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