godan verb (-ru), transitive verb
Broadly used for applying color to a surface, picture, or object; can be literal coloring or figurative coloring of a scene.
子供たちは絵をクレヨンで彩った。
The children colored the picture with crayons.
夕日が空を赤く
The sunset is coloring the sky red.
godan verb (-ru), transitive verb
apply makeup; put on cosmetics
Specifically for applying makeup to the face; often used in literary or descriptive contexts.
彼女は唇を紅で彩った。
She colored her lips with lipstick.
godan verb (-ru), transitive verb
Used for decorating or embellishing something to make it more attractive or lively; can be physical decoration or adding variety/interest.
花が部屋を彩っている。
Flowers are decorating the room.
彼のユーモアが会話を彩った。
His humor added flair to the conversation.