珊珊来迟 — “To arrive very late”
珊珊来迟 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to arrive very late”. Often after a long wait, sometimes implying a graceful or leisurely approach. Literally, “Belatedly with elegant steps”.
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Origin and Story of 珊珊来迟
During the Qing Dynasty, there was a renowned courtesan named Qian Ji, who was exceptionally beautiful and famous far and wide. Many people vied for her attention.
A merchant from Sichuan came to do business. Having long heard of Qian Ji's extraordinary fame, he brought ten rolls of Shu brocade to seek an audience with her.
Qian Ji arrived gracefully late. The merchant's eyes lit up, and he immediately felt a sense of 'regretting not having met her sooner'.
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What does 珊珊来迟 mean?
珊珊来迟 (shān shān lái chí) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to arrive very late”.
How do you pronounce 珊珊来迟?
珊珊来迟 is pronounced shān shān lái chí in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 珊珊来迟 literally mean?
Literally, 珊珊来迟 means “Belatedly with elegant steps”. It is used to mean “to arrive very late”.
Where does 珊珊来迟 come from?
珊珊来迟 comes from a classical Chinese story dating back to the modern era. The full story is on this page.
What is the Chinese definition of 珊珊来迟?
形容来得很晚。同“姗姗来迟”。