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Hanzi is one of the oldest continuously used writing systems in the world, having evolved over thousands of years from its pictographic origins. Unlike phonetic scripts, Hanzi are logographic characters that integrate form, sound, and meaning into a single "square" unit, which allows the written language to transcend barriers of time and dialect. More than just a tool for communication, Hanzi is a cultural treasure that carries China's vast history, philosophy, and aesthetic ideals.
他为人惇厚,深得大家信任。
He is honest and sincere in character, earning everyone's deep trust.
He (describing one's character or conduct) honest and sincere , deeply earned everyone's trust .
她亲手制作了一份小礼物赠送给朋友。
She personally made a small gift to give to her friend.
she personally to make (aspect marker indicating completion) a (measure word for gifts) small gift to present as a gift to friend .
秋夜里,我听见了清脆的蚣鸣声。
On an autumn night, I heard the crisp chirping sound of a katydid.
autumn night in , I hear (completed action particle) crisp and clear (attributive particle) katydid's chirping sound .
这部小说讲述了一位职业间谍惊心动魄的冒险故事。
This novel tells the thrilling adventure story of a professional spy.
This (measure word for books, films, etc.) novel tells (particle indicating completion of action) a (measure word for people) professional spy thrilling (adjectival particle) adventure story .
古人常以纩填充衣物,以求保暖。
Ancient people often used new silk floss to pad their clothes for warmth.
Ancient people often with silk floss to fill clothes , (in order to) seek to keep warm .
孩子们聚精会神地谛听着老师讲的故事。
The children listened intently to the story told by the teacher.
children with rapt attention (adverbial particle) listen carefully (continuous aspect particle) teacher told (attributive particle) story .
美丽的烟花在空中绽放,却只是一瞬即逝的光景。
Beautiful fireworks blossom in the sky, yet they are merely a fleeting spectacle.
beautiful (attributive particle) fireworks in the sky bloom , but just fleeting (attributive particle) scene .
他迈着缓慢的步子,欣赏着周围的风景。
He walked with slow steps, enjoying the surrounding scenery.
He striding slow steps , appreciating surrounding scenery .
小狗在草地上拉了一堆屎。
The puppy left a pile of poop on the grass.
puppy on grass (particle indicating location on a surface) excreted (completed action marker) a pile (Feces; excrement; dung) .
你多咱有空,我们一起去图书馆吧?
When are you free? Let's go to the library together.
You when are free , we together go to the library (Particle indicating a suggestion or proposal) ?
他跋山涉水才到达目的地。
He trekked over mountains and through rivers to finally reach his destination.
He to trek through mountains and rivers (indicating that something happens only after a certain condition is met) reached destination .
小山坡上有一个圆圆的土墩。
There is a round earth mound on the small hillside.
small hill on there is a round earth mound .
这台印刷机需要更换新的辊轴。
This printing machine needs to replace its new rollers.
This (measure word for machines) printing press needs replacement new (attributive particle) roller .
大楼终于是建成啦!
The building is finally completed!
building finally (used for emphasis) built (particle indicating completion and exclamation) !
她手中的那块玉佩,光洁温润,宛如一块天然的琦石。
The jade pendant in her hand, smooth and warm, was like a natural piece of beautiful jade.
She in hand (possessive/attributive particle) that (measure word for pieces) jade pendant , smooth and bright warm and moist , just like a (measure word for pieces) natural (attributive particle) exquisite stone .
A unique feature of the Chinese language is the "Chengyu," which are four-character idiomatic expressions (normally) derived from classical literature, historical events, or famous myths. They are a very concise and elegant way to communicate complex ideas. For example, instead of a long explanation, you can use a single Chengyu to make a point, and it instantly adds a layer of cultural depth to the conversation.
深恶痛绝
床下安床
To make unnecessary additions; redundant; superfluous; an act of doing something already done.
嘁嘁嚓嚓
To whisper and chatter, often with the implication of gossiping, spreading rumors, or stirring up trouble.
无疾而终
To come to a natural end or die out without any external cause or interference; to fizzle out.
社会贤达
Influential and respected figures in society, often independent of specific affiliations, known for their wisdom and contributions.
水泄不通
不问三七二十一
To act regardless of the consequences or reasons; to do something recklessly or without further inquiry.
雄赳赳,气昂昂
To be valiant and high-spirited; to be mighty and full of vigor; to look formidable and majestic.
泼油救火
To exacerbate a problem by using an inappropriate or counterproductive method; to make a bad situation even worse.
A collection of Chinese daily expressions for beginners and travelers.
晚上
请上菜
在第...个路口
我牙疼
下一班车什么时候来?
没关系
怎么卖?
我渴了
我打哈欠了
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