Definition
酒色 literally means 'wine and women' and refers to sensual indulgence or hedonistic pursuits, often in a critical or cautionary tone. It also describes the facial flush caused by drinking alcohol, a usage you might encounter in medical or descriptive contexts.
n.
wine and womensensual pleasures (often implying indulgence or depravity)flush (reddening of the face from drinking alcohol)
Examples
- 酒色，。Tā chénmí jiǔ sè, huāngfèi le shìyè.He indulged in sensual pleasures and neglected his career.
- 酒色，。Lǎoniánrén yīngdāng jiézhì jiǔ sè, bǎozhòng shēntǐ.Elderly people should moderate their indulgence in sensual pursuits and take care of their health.
- 酒色，。Tā yì hē jiǔ jiù shàng jiǔ sè, liǎn bǐ Guān Gōng hái hóng.As soon as he drinks, his face flushes redder than Guan Yu.
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