绿叶红镶边綠葉紅鑲邊
Term · Tasting
green leaf with red edges
Literal meaning
green leaf + red + inlaid edge
Definition#
The classic look of well-made oolong leaf after brewing: a green-to-yellowish leaf body with reddish oxidized edges or spots, evidence that zuoqing bruised the margins while the centre stayed less oxidized. In heavily roasted yancha the effect is masked by roast colour.
Translation and usage#
| Language | Use | Alternatives & cautions |
|---|---|---|
| English | green leaf with red edges visual sign of correct partial oxidation translation |
Also acceptable
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| Deutsch | grünes Blatt mit rotem Rand Zeichen korrekter Teiloxidation translation |
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| Русский | зелёный лист с красной каймой признак правильного частичного окисления translation |
Also acceptable
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| 简体字 | 绿叶红镶边 | |
| 繁體字 | 綠葉紅鑲邊 | |
| 日本語 | 緑葉紅鑲辺 |
Common confusions#
- Taken as proof of 'half fermentation'; it shows uneven enzymatic oxidation.