引き立つ
ひきたつ
Also written 引立つ
Meanings
- Godan verb, Intransitive to cheer up; to liven up; to become active
- to look better; to improve (in appearance); to stand out
Kanji
Example sentences
- この額に入れると絵が引き立ちます。
This frame shows the painting to good advantage. - 赤いベルトが彼女の黒いドレスをひきたたせている。
The red belt sets off her black dress. - 青い服を着ると、すごく引き立つね。
You're very attractive in blue.
Related forms
- 引き立てる (ひきたてる) to set off to advantage (transitive partner)