Explore the Chinese idioms (成语 chéngyǔ)

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Chinese idioms, or chengyu (成语 chéngyǔ), are an essential part of the Chinese language. Although most Chinese idioms only four characters long, they are useful for expressing a variety of different meaning hence it is common to use in contemporary Chinese.

Being able to use Chinese idioms will elevate your conversation and writing. Students might find that conversations are more interesting by express their thoughts use Chinese idioms.

Chinese idioms, 即成语chéngyǔ，是中文的一个重要组成部分。虽然大多数中文成语只有四个字，但它们有助于表达各种不同的意思，因此在现代汉语中普遍使用。能够使用中文成语将提升你的对话和写作水平。学生们可能会发现，使用中文成语来表达他们的想法，会使对话更加有趣。

在我们写文章时用成语(Chinese idioms)去表达意思、突出含义及总结论点，都是一种“提分神器”。成语就4个字，一旦学会应用得当，比写10句话都能直击要点。

今天推荐7个’A’水准高考必备的华文成语，包括了中英文解析和造句，一起学起来吧？

1. 口无择言 (kǒu wú zé yán)

  • 中文意思：形容说话随便，不加选择。
  • 造句：他经常口无择言，结果常常得罪别人。
  • The Chinese idiom 口无择言 (kǒu wú zé yán) describes someone who speaks carelessly or without thinking, often leading to unintended consequences or offending others.

2. 口蜜腹剑 (kǒu mì fù jiàn)

  • 中文意思：形容一个人嘴上说得好听，但心里却藏着恶意。
  • 造句：他总是对人笑脸相迎，实际上却口蜜腹剑，暗中算计别人。
  • The Chinese idiom 口蜜腹剑 (kǒu mì fù jiàn) describes someone who is outwardly pleasant and agreeable but harbors malicious intent. It highlights the contrast between a person’s words and their true intentions.

3. 义无反顾 (yì wú fǎn gù)

  • 中文意思：形容为了正义或理想勇往直前，毫不犹豫。
  • 造句：面对危险，他义无反顾地冲上去救人。
  • The Chinese idiom 义无反顾 (yì wú fǎn gù) describes acting with determination and without hesitation in pursuit of justice or a noble cause. It emphasizes unwavering commitment and courage.

4. 千夫所指 (qiān fū suǒ zhǐ)

  • 中文意思：形容受到众人的指责和谴责。
  • 造句：因为严重失误，他成了千夫所指的对象。
  • The Chinese idiom 千夫所指 (qiān fū suǒ zhǐ) describes being the target of widespread criticism or blame. It highlights a situation where someone is condemned by many people.

5. 千载难逢 (qiān zǎi nán féng)

  • 中文意思：形容机会非常稀有，难得一遇。
  • 造句：这个千载难逢的机会，让他实现了自己的梦想。
  • The Chinese idiom 千载难逢 (qiān zǎi nán féng) describes an extremely rare and valuable opportunity. It emphasizes how infrequently such chances occur.

6. 亡羊补牢 (wáng yáng bǔ láo)

  • 中文意思：比喻出了问题以后及时补救，防止继续损失。
  • 造句：虽然项目一开始有些失误，但亡羊补牢，一切还来得及。
  • The Chinese idiom 亡羊补牢 (wáng yáng bǔ láo) describes taking action to remedy a problem after it has occurred, preventing further loss. It highlights the value of timely intervention.

7. 亡命之徒 (wáng mìng zhī tú)

  • 中文意思：形容不顾生命危险，敢于冒险或从事非法活动的人。
  • 造句：他曾是个亡命之徒，但现在已经改邪归正。
  • The Chinese idiom 亡命之徒 (wáng mìng zhī tú) describes someone who is reckless and willing to risk their life, often engaging in dangerous or illegal activities. It emphasizes a disregard for personal safety.

当然，过多地堆砌成语可能会让文章显得生硬、造作，影响阅读体验。因此，在写作过程中，要根据文章内容和语境恰当地选用成语，以达到最佳的表达效果。点击挑战下双语的跨学科知识量？

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