花鸟颜色 (Flowers, Color & Bird)
Are there any special meanings of different kinds of flower?
Yes of course. Different flowers have different meanings. For instance 牡丹(peony), which is a common type of flower in China, represents fortune. And 梅花(plum blossom), which is another type of flower in northern part of China, symbolizes iron will.
On what occasions do people give each other flowers in your country?
In my country, people give each other flowers on occasions such as traditional festivals or when on a date, because flowers always represent something special. For example, roses represent love and passion so people often send roses on a date.
What color do you like?
I like black and white, because it’s simple. I’m a simple minded person and I think that’s why I like black and white. Actually most of my clothing is in black or white.
Do you think that colors can describe one’s personality?
Yes I think colors ca describe one’s personality because you like a color for reasons. For example, I am a simple minded person and I think that’s why I like black and white.
What’s the special meaning of colors?
Different colors have different meanings, especially when related to cultures. For instance, in Chinese culture white represents sorrow and sadness while red represents happiness. However, in western culture white stands for purity while red symbolize passion and sometimes violence. So I think culture gives color special meanings.
