Definition
花红 has two distinct meanings. The first is a type of small apple (Malus asiatica), also called the Chinese pear-leaved crabapple. The second is a cultural term for a bonus, tip, or dividend — originally a red envelope given as a reward during festivals or celebrations, now extended to profit-sharing and wedding gifts. The two senses are unrelated, so context is key.
noun
Chinese pear-leaved crabapple (Malus asiatica)bonustipdividendor gift (especially a monetary reward for good performance or a wedding gift)
Examples
- 花红。Zhè zhǒng huā hóng chī qǐlai yòu tián yòu cuì.This kind of crabapple tastes sweet and crisp.
- 花红。Niándǐ gōngsī gěi měi ge yuángōng fā le huā hóng.At the end of the year, the company gave every employee a bonus.
- 花红。Tā jiéhūn shí shōudào le bù shǎo huā hóng.He received quite a few wedding gifts when he got married.
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