Hanzi

Hanzi

Chinese online dictionary

Chinese Characters (Hanzi)

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.

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 .

亲手制作礼物赠送朋友

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 .

秋夜听见清脆蚣鸣

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 .

小说讲述职业间谍惊心动魄冒险故事

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 .

古人填充衣物保暖

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 .

孩子们聚精会神谛听老师故事

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 .

美丽烟花空中绽放只是一瞬即逝光景

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 .

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 .

小狗草地

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) .

多咱有空我们一起图书馆?

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) ?

跋山涉水到达目的地

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 .

印刷机需要更换辊轴

This printing machine needs to replace its new rollers.

This (measure word for machines) printing press needs replacement new (attributive particle) roller .

大楼终于建成

The building is finally completed!

building finally (used for emphasis) built (particle indicating completion and exclamation)

手中玉佩光洁温润宛如天然琦石

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 .

Chinese Idioms (Chengyu)

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

Meaning

To detest profoundly; to abhor utterly; to feel deep hatred and disgust for.

床下安床

Meaning

To make unnecessary additions; redundant; superfluous; an act of doing something already done.

嘁嘁嚓嚓

Meaning

To whisper and chatter, often with the implication of gossiping, spreading rumors, or stirring up trouble.

无疾而终

Meaning

To come to a natural end or die out without any external cause or interference; to fizzle out.

社会贤达

Meaning

Influential and respected figures in society, often independent of specific affiliations, known for their wisdom and contributions.

水泄不通

Meaning

So crowded or tightly surrounded as to be impassable; packed to capacity.

不问三七二十一

Meaning

To act regardless of the consequences or reasons; to do something recklessly or without further inquiry.

雄赳赳,气昂昂

Meaning

To be valiant and high-spirited; to be mighty and full of vigor; to look formidable and majestic.

泼油救火

Meaning

To exacerbate a problem by using an inappropriate or counterproductive method; to make a bad situation even worse.

Chinese Daily Expressions

A collection of Chinese daily expressions for beginners and travelers.

晚上

Meaning

Evening or night

请上菜

Meaning

Please serve the dishes

在第...个路口

Meaning

At the ...(ordinal number) intersection

我牙疼

Meaning

I have a toothache

下一班车什么时候来?

Meaning

When does the next bus/train come?

没关系

Meaning

It's okay

怎么卖?

Meaning

How is it sold? (For items priced by weight or quantity)

我渴了

Meaning

I am thirsty

我打哈欠了

Meaning

I yawned

Chinese Names

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