含笑九泉 — “To die content”
含笑九泉 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to die content”. To smile in one's grave, expressing satisfaction or relief even after death. Literally, “To hold a smile in the Nine Springs/underworld”.
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看到自己的心愿终于实现，即使他已经离世，也足以含笑九泉了。
Seeing his wish finally fulfilled, even though he has passed away, it would be enough for him to smile in his grave.
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What does 含笑九泉 mean?
含笑九泉 (hán xiào jiǔ quán) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to die content”.
How do you pronounce 含笑九泉?
含笑九泉 is pronounced hán xiào jiǔ quán in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 含笑九泉 literally mean?
Literally, 含笑九泉 means “to hold a smile in the Nine Springs/underworld”. It is used to mean “to die content”.
What is the Chinese definition of 含笑九泉?
九泉：地下深处，旧指人死之后埋葬的地方。也作：“黄泉”。在九泉之下满含笑容。表示死后也感到欣慰和高兴。