陪衬

陪襯

péichèn

verb #28,820

Meanings

1 to serve as a foil
2 to set off by contrast
3 to complement

Characters

to accompany; to attend

to line; to contrast; to set off

Examples

HSK 7-9

绿叶陪衬着红花，显得格外美丽。

Lǜyè péichèn zhe hónghuā, xiǎndé géwài měilì.

The green leaves set off the red flowers, making them look especially beautiful.

HSK 7-9

她甘愿做他成功的陪衬。

Tā gānyuàn zuò tā chénggōng de péichèn.

She was willing to serve as a foil to his success.

Tips

usage

陪衬 can be used both as a verb (to set off) and as a noun (a foil/backdrop). The phrase 绿叶陪衬红花 (green leaves setting off red flowers) is a classic metaphor for a supporting role.

Stroke Order

陪 péi

衬 chèn