沤浮泡影 — “Refers to something ephemeral”
沤浮泡影 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “refers to something ephemeral”. Transient, or fleeting, like bubbles and shadows that disappear quickly. Literally, “Floating foam and fleeting shadows”.
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沤浮泡影 Pronunciation and Pinyin
沤浮泡影 Character Breakdown
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世间一切功名利禄，不过是沤浮泡影，不值得过分执着。
All worldly fame and fortune are but fleeting illusions, not worth excessive attachment.
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What does 沤浮泡影 mean?
沤浮泡影 (ōu fú pào yǐng) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “refers to something ephemeral”.
How do you pronounce 沤浮泡影?
沤浮泡影 is pronounced ōu fú pào yǐng in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 沤浮泡影 literally mean?
Literally, 沤浮泡影 means “Floating foam and fleeting shadows”. It is used to mean “refers to something ephemeral”.
What is the Chinese definition of 沤浮泡影?
水中气泡。比喻容易消失的事物。