梨园弟子 — “Operatic actors”
梨园弟子 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “Operatic actors”. Theatrical performers, especially those of traditional Chinese opera. Literally, “Disciples of the Pear Garden”.
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Origin and Story of 梨园弟子
Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty was deeply fond of music. His ministers once told him a story from the Spring and Autumn period, where King Song, while building walls for a training ground, invited singers Gui and Sheji to accompany the laborers, which greatly improved work efficiency.
Inspired by this, Emperor Xuanzong wanted music to play an even greater role. He established a music school called the 'Pear Garden' (Lí Yuán), where pieces like the 'Rainbow Skirts and Feathered Dresses' (Ní Cháng Yǔ Yī Qǔ) were frequently performed.
Emperor Xuanzong often personally visited these 'disciples of the Pear Garden'.
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What does 梨园弟子 mean?
梨园弟子 (lí yuán dì zǐ) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “Operatic actors”.
How do you pronounce 梨园弟子?
梨园弟子 is pronounced lí yuán dì zǐ in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 梨园弟子 literally mean?
Literally, 梨园弟子 means “Disciples of the Pear Garden”. It is used to mean “Operatic actors”.
Where does 梨园弟子 come from?
梨园弟子 comes from a classical Chinese story dating back to ancient China. The full story is on this page.
What is the Chinese definition of 梨园弟子?
原指唐玄宗培训的歌伶舞伎。后泛指戏剧演员。