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竹青

#789262
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Wood Element
Spring · East · Growth & Vitality
Primary Color (正色)

Cultural Resonance

A traditional Chinese color with historical roots. Modern nomenclature.

A primary color in the Five Elements system, used in imperial court rituals and ceremonial attire.

Five Elements

Element
Wood
Season
Spring
Direction
East
Symbolism
Growth & Vitality
Color Class
Primary Color (正色)
Category
Green

Technical Specs

HEX#789262
RGB120, 146, 98
HSL93°, 20%, 48%
CMYK18%, 0%, 33%, 43%

Visual Analysis

A mid-toned yellow-green tone (H:93° S:20% L:48%) that is subtly saturated, understated. It carries the warmth of earthenware, offering a distinctive presence in any palette.

Color Harmonies

Complementary
#789262
#7D6293
Triadic
#789262
#627893
#936278
Analogous
#909362
#789262
#629364
Split-Complementary
#789262
#646293
#936290
Tint & Shade
#455D32
#789262
#ADB6A5

Design Applications

Brand & Identity

"竹青" is particularly suited for ecological brands, health products, and botanical gardens. Its specific tonal character (H:93° S:20%) creates a distinctive brand identity that stands apart from generic color choices.

Interior & Spatial

In spatial design, this specific shade excels in conservatories, meditation rooms, and spa environments. At 48% lightness, it balances visibility and subtlety — ideal for body text containers, sidebar accents, or secondary backgrounds.

Digital & UI

In digital interfaces, consider using "竹青" for success states, growth indicators, and nature-themed apps. At 48% lightness, it balances visibility and subtlety — ideal for body text containers, sidebar accents, or secondary backgrounds.

Accessibility — WCAG Contrast

White Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
3.45:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
6.09:1
AA AAA

WCAG 2.1 requires ≥4.5:1 for AA and ≥7:1 for AAA. Best text color: black (#000).

Color Psychology

Color Temperature

Transitional tone (hue 93°), balanced between warm and cool, psychologically versatile.

Visual Weight

Mid-range lightness (48%) creates balanced presence — works for text and interactive elements.

Saturation Impact

Low saturation (20%) reduces cognitive load — associated with professionalism in design research.

Color Breakdown

Hue93°
Saturation20%
Lightness48%
Print Values (CMYK)
C18%
M0%
Y33%
K43%

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