No. 8,224 in Chinese
golden
The Chinese word for "golden" (金色, jīn sè) means having the color or qualities of gold.
In a sentence
金色的阳光洒在大地上，象征着温暖和希望。
The golden sunlight shines upon the earth, symbolizing warmth and hope.
The word 'golden' (金色的) describes the color and radiant warmth of sunlight, which is metaphorical in this context.
黄金时刻是一天中拍摄的最佳时间。
The golden hour is the best time of the day for photography.
Here, 'golden' (黄金) metaphorically signifies the optimal, valuable time period for a specific activity.
获得这个奖项是他职业生涯中的黄金机会。
Winning this award is a golden opportunity in his career.
In this sentence, 'golden' (黄金, metaphorical) means an exceptionally valuable or favorable opportunity, emphasizing its uniqueness and importance.
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