醇酒妇人 — “Rich wine and women”
醇酒妇人 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “a decadent and self-indulgent lifestyle, typically characterized by excessive drinking and obsession with women; wallowing in sensual pleasures”. Literally, “Rich wine and women”.
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Origin and Story of 醇酒妇人
During the Warring States period, the State of Zhao was besieged by Qin soldiers. Lord Pingyuan of Zhao sent for help from the State of Wei. King Wei dispatched General Jin Bi to lead an army to rescue Zhao, but under pressure from Qin, Jin Bi dared not move.
Prince Xinling of Wei stole the military tally, killed Jin Bi, and personally led the army to save Zhao. Later, he fell victim to a counter-intelligence plot by the King of Qin and was consequently dismissed by King Wei. Feeling dejected, he then indulged himself in rich wine and beautiful women.
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What does 醇酒妇人 mean?
醇酒妇人 (chún jiǔ fù rén) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “a decadent and self-indulgent lifestyle, typically characterized by excessive drinking and obsession with women; wallowing in sensual pleasures”.
How do you pronounce 醇酒妇人?
醇酒妇人 is pronounced chún jiǔ fù rén in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 醇酒妇人 literally mean?
Literally, 醇酒妇人 means “Rich wine and women”. It is used to mean “a decadent and self-indulgent lifestyle, typically characterized by excessive drinking and obsession with women; wallowing in sensual pleasures”.
Where does 醇酒妇人 come from?
醇酒妇人 comes from a classical Chinese story dating back to ancient China. The full story is on this page.
What is the Chinese definition of 醇酒妇人?
醇酒：味厚的酒。比喻颓废腐化的生活。