ChengYu 成語

Hey there, language enthusiasts! It’s me, your language buddy, bringing another fascinating Chinese idiom to your learning journey. This time, we’re exploring the intriguing world of “一鳴驚人” Yīmíngjīngrén. Now, buckle up because we’re going on a fun ride. Picture this: I’m at a local karaoke night in Taipei, my friends all know me as a […]

Hey there, language enthusiasts! Welcome to another fun episode of our journey into the fascinating world of Chinese idioms or ChengYu. Today, we’re diving into the captivating story behind the idiom “虎頭蛇尾” (Hǔtóushéwěi). Now, grab a cup of bubble tea and let’s get started! When I was a little girl in Taiwan, my grandma used

Hey there, language enthusiasts!  I have a little story to share before we dive into the juicy bits of our Chinese idiom of the day, “入木三分” (Rùmùsānfēn). Once upon a time, I was tasked with writing a farewell card for my dearest teacher friend who was leaving Taiwan to explore the world. As a passionate

Hello language enthusiasts! Let’s dive into the fascinating world of Chinese idioms, or chéngyǔ, and today we’ll be exploring the idiom “心有餘悸” (Xīnyǒuyújì). Do you know that fluttery, heart-skipping feeling you get when you’re watching a suspenseful movie? You’re on the edge of your seat, the tension is building, the music is swelling, and then

Hello, hello, my dear friends! It’s great to be back with you all, ready to plunge into another amazing journey into the world of Chinese idioms, or as we call them here in Taiwan, Chengyu. Today’s special guest is a phrase that I’m sure many of us can relate to – “半途而廢” (Bàntú’érfèi). But before

Ni hao, my friends! I’m so excited to welcome you back to another fun-filled exploration of the beautiful world of Chinese idioms, or as we call them, Chengyu. Today, we’re going to talk about a personal favorite of mine, “狗急跳牆” (Gǒujítiàoqiáng). But first, let me share a little story with you. So, the other day,

Hello, dear reader! I’m thrilled to see you here, eager to dive into the fascinating world of Chinese idioms, or ChengYu as we like to call them. Today, we’re exploring one that I hold close to my heart, “畫蛇添足” (Huàshétiānzú). Now, before we delve into the nitty-gritty of this ChengYu, let me share a little

Hello there, fellow language enthusiasts!  So, last October, I was planning a trip to one of my favorite places in China, The Great Wall. I was excited to immerse myself in the rich history and enjoy the breathtaking views. But guess what? I had completely forgotten that it was “Golden Week,” China’s most popular tourism

Hey there, folks! Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you felt the need to have not just one, but multiple backup plans? Like that time you planned a picnic at the park, but it started raining cats and dogs, so you decided to shift to your cosy living room. But, surprise, surprise!

Hey there, 朋友 (friends)! Ever had one of those days when you feel like you’re just not quite there? I remember one day when everything seemed a bit…馬馬虎虎 (mǎmǎhūhū). My mind was everywhere but where it needed to be. Not exactly a shining moment, right? So, I exclaimed to my friend, “我今天真的是馬馬虎虎 (wǒ jīntiān zhēn