Some common idioms in Chinese novels are '画蛇添足' (Draw a snake and add feet, meaning superfluous). For example, in many classic tales, characters might do something extra that is not needed, just like this idiom implies.
Another method is to study the cultural background of the novel. Understanding the traditional Chinese culture and values can help you recognize idioms. Since idioms are deeply rooted in Chinese culture, knowledge of things like Chinese history, folklore, and moral teachings can assist in spotting them. For example, idioms related to historical events or figures are common in Chinese novels. If you know the story of '卧薪尝胆' (Sleeping on brushwood and tasting gall), you can easily identify it when it appears in a novel as an idiom.
Some common terms implied in Chinese novels could be 'Karma'. In many Chinese novels, the concept of karma is often used to show that good deeds will be rewarded and bad deeds punished in the long run. For example, in historical or martial arts novels, the villains who do a lot of bad things will eventually face their downfall, which reflects the idea of karma.
Terms like 'Harmony' in Chinese novels reflect Chinese culture. Chinese novels often show that characters strive for harmony within families, between friends, and in society. For instance, in a story about a village, the villagers might work together to resolve disputes and maintain harmony. This reflects the Chinese cultural value of group harmony over individual interests.
Moving like a merchant was not an idiom related to the zodiac, so he could not answer this question.
This was an interesting question. Foreigners use Chinese idioms and slang in novels because these words have symbolic and cultural backgrounds that can convey the emotions and theme of the story well. In addition, due to the differences between Chinese culture and Western culture, some idioms and proverb may not have similar expressions in Western culture, so there will be situations where foreigners use Chinese idioms and proverb in the novel. On the other hand, it was a relatively common phenomenon that Chinese people did not know how to speak foreign idioms and slangs. Due to the differences in language and culture, foreigners may not be as familiar with Chinese idioms and sayings as Chinese people. In addition, some Chinese idioms and sayings may not have similar traditional expressions in Western culture, so Chinese people may not be familiar with using these words. It is an interesting phenomenon that foreigners use Chinese idioms and sayings in novels, which reflects the interaction between cultural differences and languages.
Eighth grade classical Chinese idiom: 1. Waiting for the rabbit by the stump: It is a metaphor for sticking to narrow experience and not being flexible. 2. Cover one's ears and steal a bell: It is a metaphor for deceiving oneself and trying to cover up something that clearly cannot be covered up. 3. The image of a snake in a cup: It is a metaphor for the panic caused by an illusory scene. 4. To draw a snake with superfluous feet: It is a metaphor for superfluous actions or words. The idiom in the classics: 1. Self-improvement: refers to continuous efforts and continuous improvement. 2. Virtue: A person with virtue can withstand great pressure. 3. Refreshing and happy: refers to the mood is open and the spirit is happy. 4. Combination of knowledge and action: theory must be combined with practice. Allusion: 1. Waiting for the Rabbit by the Tree: From Han Feizi's Shuo Lin Xia. The story was about a farmer who was working in the field and saw a rabbit hit a tree and fell to its death. He thought it was an auspicious thing, so he wanted to get more benefits by luck, so he went up to catch the rabbit. However, when he crouched down beside the rabbit to catch it, he realized that the rabbit did not move. In the end, he lost this opportunity. This story tells us that we should not be too greedy and should make reasonable judgments based on the actual situation. 2. Drawing a Snake and Adding Feet: From 'Dream of the Red Chamber'. The story was about Jia Baoyu, who saw that Daiyu's clothes were torn and wanted to mend them for her, but because of his lack of ability, he could only draw the image of a snake and could not add feet. This story tells us not to add unnecessary things but to express our thoughts concisely and clearly. 3. Unity of knowledge and action: From the Analects of Confucius. The story is about Confucius's student, Zi Xia, who asked Confucius,"Is it easy to know and do?" Confucius replied,"Knowing but not doing is not true." Those who know don't speak, and those who speak don't know." This story tells us that only by combining theory with reality can it really work. 4. Relaxed and happy: From Romance of the Three Kingdoms. The story was about Zhuge Liang, who was in a good mood when he saw the sunny weather in Wolonggang. He wrote a poem that read,"Everything is bright and clear." This story tells us that only by maintaining a happy mood can we better display our strength.
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There are many Chinese words or idioms that describe the characteristics of a character. The following are some common ones: 1. Smart and quick-witted: A description of a person who is smart and quick-witted. 2. Silent: It is used to describe people who are introverted, taciturn, and not good with words. 3. Lively and lovely: It is used to describe people who are cheerful, lively, and full of vitality. 4. Loyalty and Trustworthy: To describe a person who is loyal and trustworthy. 5. Calm and composed: To describe a person as calm, steady, and unhurried. 6. Greed and Selfishness: To describe a person as selfish, greedy, and disregarding the interests of others. 7 Lazy and indolent: It refers to people who are lazy, lack perseverance, and are unwilling to work hard. 8. Generous: It refers to people who are generous, open-minded, compassionate, and willing to help others. 9. Cowardly and afraid of trouble: It is used to describe people who are timid, weak, and easily retreat. 10 Arrogant and conceited: It refers to people who are arrogant, ignorant, self-righteous, and condescending. These words or idioms can be used to describe the character and quality of different characters. The reader can choose the appropriate words or idioms according to the characters in the novel.
There are many Chinese words and idioms that describe the characteristics of a character. 1. Ruthless and merciless: To describe a person who is ruthless and unscrupulous to achieve his goals. Selfishness: It refers to people who only care about their own interests and ignore the feelings and interests of others. 3. Cheerful and lively: It is used to describe people who are cheerful, optimistic and like to make friends. 4. introverted silence: It is used to describe people who are introverted, conservative and do not like to socialize. 5. Calm and composed: It is used to describe a person who is calm and steady, able to deal with emergencies. 6. Eager and unrestrained: To describe a person who is enthusiastic, active, and full of vitality. 7. Cowardly and afraid of trouble: It is used to describe a person who is timid and weak and does not dare to face difficulties. 8. Selfishness and Greed: It refers to people who are selfish and greedy and only care about their own interests. 9. Cheerful and optimistic: It refers to a person who is cheerful, positive, and optimistic about life. 10 introverted and conservative: It is used to describe people who are introverted and conservative and are not willing to take the initiative to socialize.
Many Chinese animal idioms stories are based on ancient fables and historical allusions. They carry forward the wisdom of the ancients. Take '卧虎藏龙' (Crouching tigers and hidden dragons) as an example. It describes a place full of hidden talents. Tigers and dragons are powerful and noble animals in Chinese mythology. Using them in this idiom reflects the Chinese idea of the coexistence of the strong and the talented in a certain environment, which is deeply rooted in Chinese cultural traditions.