鲤鱼跳龙门 — “To leap over the dragon's gate”
鲤鱼跳龙门 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to leap over the dragon's gate”. To achieve a significant breakthrough or rapid advancement, often after overcoming great difficulties, symbolizing success in one's career, studies, or personal endeavors. Literally, “Carp leaps over the dragon gate”.
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What does 鲤鱼跳龙门 mean?
鲤鱼跳龙门 (lǐ yú tiào lóng mén) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to leap over the dragon's gate”.
How do you pronounce 鲤鱼跳龙门?
鲤鱼跳龙门 is pronounced lǐ yú tiào lóng mén in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 鲤鱼跳龙门 literally mean?
Literally, 鲤鱼跳龙门 means “Carp leaps over the dragon gate”. It is used to mean “to leap over the dragon's gate”.
What is the Chinese definition of 鲤鱼跳龙门?
古代传说黄河鲤鱼跳过龙门，就会变化成龙。比喻中举、升官等飞黄腾达之事。也比喻逆流前进，奋发向上。