松柏之志 — “Refers to an unwavering resolve and steadfast integrity”
松柏之志 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “refers to an unwavering resolve and steadfast integrity”. Likened to the enduring nature of pine and cypress trees. Literally, “The resolve of pine and cypress”.
松柏之志 Pronunciation and Pinyin
松柏之志 Character Breakdown
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Origin and Story of 松柏之志
During the late Eastern Han Dynasty, Zong Shilin looked down upon Cao Cao's character and always avoided associating with him. Cao Cao was deeply displeased.
Later, when Cao Cao became Sikong (Minister of Works) and took charge of government affairs, he asked Zong Shilin if they could now associate. Zong Shilin replied, "The resolve of pine and cypress still remains."
After Cao Cao gained control of power, he found Zong Shilin guilty, stating that his position did not match his virtue.
Idioms Related to 松柏之志
More idioms starting with 松
- sōng松qiáo乔zhī之shòu寿immortality and eternal youth
- sōng松xíng形hè鹤gǔ骨slender, upright, and dignified bearing
- sōng松sōng松kuǎ垮kuǎ垮loose, sloppy, or unstable
- sōng松zhī枝guà挂jiàn剑Uphold promise and show integrity
- sōng松bǎi柏zhī之shòu寿Live a long life
- sōng松bǎi柏zhī之mào茂enduring vitality and steadfastness
- sōng松bǎi柏hòu后diāo凋integrity and steadfastness revealed in adversity
- sōng松bǎi柏hán寒méng盟steadfast friendship in adversity
- sōng松yún筠zhī之jié节unwavering integrity and moral fortitude
- sōng松mào茂zhú竹bāo苞prosperous and flourishing
- sōng松luó萝gòng共yǐ倚harmonious, mutually supportive marital relationship
- sōng松fēng风shuǐ水yuè月elegant scenery or refined talent
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Open the tool →Questions about 松柏之志
What does 松柏之志 mean?
松柏之志 (sōng bǎi zhī zhì) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “refers to an unwavering resolve and steadfast integrity”.
How do you pronounce 松柏之志?
松柏之志 is pronounced sōng bǎi zhī zhì in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 松柏之志 literally mean?
Literally, 松柏之志 means “the resolve of pine and cypress”. It is used to mean “refers to an unwavering resolve and steadfast integrity”.
Where does 松柏之志 come from?
松柏之志 comes from a classical Chinese story dating back to ancient China. The full story is on this page.
What is the Chinese definition of 松柏之志?
指坚贞不移的志节。