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Hanzi

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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.

肆意挥霍很快花光了所有积蓄

He squandered wantonly and quickly spent all his savings.

He squandered recklessly , very soon (indicating promptness or consequence) spent completely all (attributive particle) savings .

旧时县令县廨处理政务

In ancient times, the county magistrate often handled official business in the county office.

In old times county magistrate often at county office handle government affairs

天气不停地搓手取暖

It was too cold, so he kept rubbing his hands to warm them up.

weather too cold (particle indicating an emphatic degree with adjectives) , he non-stop rub hands keep warm .

学生图书馆认真学习

Students are studying diligently in the library.

student (plural marker for nouns) at/in library conscientiously to study .

处于妊娠早期阶段需要特别照顾

She is in the early stages of pregnancy and requires special care.

She (indicates an ongoing state or being in the midst of something) is in pregnancy (attributive particle, links noun to subsequent noun phrase) early stage , needs special (attributive particle, modifies noun) care .

一个安静处所

This is a quiet place.

This is a quiet (structural particle linking adjective to noun) place .

美好的回忆永远存在我们心中

Beautiful memories always exist in our hearts.

beautiful memories forever reside in our hearts .

城市主要街道宪兵队负责维持交通秩序

On the city's main streets, the military police are responsible for maintaining traffic order.

On city (attributive particle, connecting attribute to noun) main streets (postposition indicating location, often used with 在 to form 'on') , the gendarmerie are responsible for maintaining traffic order .

这里坐车浒墅关方便

It's very convenient to take a bus from here to Hǔshǔguān.

from here take a car go to Hǔshǔguān very convenient .

只是

I just want to help you.

I just want to help you .

腰间别着一袋显然是市集回来

He had a bag of silver tied to his waist, clearly just back from the market.

He at his waist tucked a bag of money , apparently (it) was just from the market returned .

这件事只有我们两人知道不可外人

This matter is known only to the two of us; it must not be told to outsiders.

This matter Only We Two people Know , Must not (To tell; to inform (especially confidentially)) Outsiders

晚风吹过帘栊带来阵阵花香

The evening breeze blew through the window, bringing wafts of floral fragrance.

Evening breeze Blew past Curtained window Brought Bursts of Floral fragrance

古人采摘的鲜花果实装入

Ancient people often placed freshly picked flowers or fruits into a fěi (bamboo basket).

Ancient people Often (a particle used to introduce the object of an action) Picked Fresh flowers Or Fruits Put in baskets (indicates 'inside' when following a container noun) .

当心这片山区地势险要自古便是萑苻出没之地

Be careful; this mountainous region, with its treacherous terrain, has historically been a place where outlaws emerged.

Be careful This stretch of mountainous region terrain treacherous since ancient times has always been bandits infesting a place

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.

吃穿用度

Meaning

Daily living expenses, including food, clothing, and general upkeep.

垂头丧气

Meaning

Dejected and dispirited; crestfallen; downhearted; in low spirits.

福兮祸所伏,祸兮福所倚

Meaning

Fortune and misfortune are intertwined; good fortune may contain the seeds of disaster, and bad fortune may conceal a blessing.

率马以骥

Meaning

To lead a group effectively by placing a highly capable individual in charge, thereby setting an excellent example and inspiring others to follow.

楚虽三户,亡秦必楚

Meaning

Even a small and seemingly insignificant force, driven by strong determination, can achieve a great and seemingly impossible goal, especially in seeking justice or revenge.

怜贫恤老

Meaning

To show compassion for and provide assistance to the poor and the elderly.

野火烧不尽,春风吹又生

Meaning

Refers to the persistent vitality and resilience of something that, despite facing destruction or suppression, will always revive and flourish anew. It signifies that powerful forces or setbacks cannot eradicate things that possess strong inherent life force or spirit.

无妄之灾

Meaning

Calamity or misfortune that befalls someone unexpectedly and without any fault or cause on their part; undeserved disaster.

七零八乱

Meaning

in utter disorder; in a complete mess; helter-skelter

Chinese Daily Expressions

A collection of Chinese daily expressions for beginners and travelers.

我很困

Meaning

I am sleepy

中午

Meaning

Noon

我买了一个公寓

Meaning

I bought an apartment

太...了

Meaning

Too... / So...

十月

Meaning

October

离这里远吗?

Meaning

Is it far from here?

多少钱一张票?

Meaning

How much is a ticket?

全部

Meaning

All / Whole

我对...过敏

Meaning

I'm allergic to ...(food)

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