清尘浊水 — “To be as far apart as clear dust and muddy water”
清尘浊水 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to be as far apart as clear dust and muddy water”. Symbolizing a hopeless separation or reunion between two individuals due to vastly different circumstances or status, often implying one is elevated and the other is grounded or in difficulty. Literally, “Clear dust, turbid water”.
清尘浊水 Pronunciation and Pinyin
清尘浊水 Character Breakdown
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Origin and Story of 清尘浊水
During the Three Kingdoms period, Cao Zhi was intelligent and eloquent from a young age, often composing verses instantly, earning him Cao Cao's favor.
However, Cao Cao observed his impulsive behavior and misconduct, ultimately choosing not to make him crown prince.
After Cao Pi ascended the throne, he distrusted Cao Zhi and constantly sought opportunities to eliminate him.
Cao Zhi, dedicated to serving his country, expressed his deep sorrow in the 'Qi Ai Shi' (Seven Sorrows Poem), writing: 'You are like the clear dust on the road, I am like the turbid mud in the water. We drift and settle in different circumstances, when will we ever meet?'
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What does 清尘浊水 mean?
清尘浊水 (qīng chén zhuó shuǐ) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to be as far apart as clear dust and muddy water”.
How do you pronounce 清尘浊水?
清尘浊水 is pronounced qīng chén zhuó shuǐ in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 清尘浊水 literally mean?
Literally, 清尘浊水 means “Clear dust, turbid water”. It is used to mean “to be as far apart as clear dust and muddy water”.
Where does 清尘浊水 come from?
清尘浊水 comes from a classical Chinese story dating back to ancient China. The full story is on this page.
What is the Chinese definition of 清尘浊水?
清尘：喻他人；浊水：喻自己。比喻相隔很远，会面没有希望。