负土成坟 — “To carry earth to construct a burial mound”
负土成坟 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to carry earth to construct a burial mound”. Symbolizing an act of profound filial piety, often in ancient times. Literally, “carry earth to form a grave”.
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负土成坟 Pronunciation and Pinyin
负土成坟 Character Breakdown
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这位孝子为了表达对父母的深厚敬意，即使条件艰苦，也坚持负土成坟
To express deep respect for his parents, this filial son, despite harsh conditions, insisted on carrying earth to build their tomb.
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Open the tool →Questions about 负土成坟
What does 负土成坟 mean?
负土成坟 (fù tǔ chéng fén) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to carry earth to construct a burial mound”.
How do you pronounce 负土成坟?
负土成坟 is pronounced fù tǔ chéng fén in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 负土成坟 literally mean?
Literally, 负土成坟 means “carry earth to form a grave”. It is used to mean “to carry earth to construct a burial mound”.
What is the Chinese definition of 负土成坟?
背土筑坟。古代认为是一种孝义的行为。