山吹色 (やまぶきいろ) Japanese meaning | KotomoraMeanings
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noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
bright golden yellow; amber
A vivid yellow-orange color named after the Japanese rose (Kerria japonica). Used as a noun or with の to describe the color of objects.
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She wore a bright golden-yellow scarf.
Similar words
- 黄色
黄色 is a general term for yellow, while 山吹色 specifically refers to a bright, warm golden-yellow with orange undertones.
- オレンジ色
オレンジ色 is a broader orange color, whereas 山吹色 is a distinct yellow-orange hue associated with the Japanese rose.
Etymology
From 山吹 (yamabuki, 'Japanese rose') + 色 (iro, 'color'), referring to the bright golden-yellow color of the Kerria japonica flower.
