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：形容说话不经过思考，随意出口，缺乏分寸。
  • 造句：他总是口无择言，结果经常无意中得罪别人。
  • The Chinese idiom 口无择言 (kǒu wú zé yán) describes someone who speaks carelessly or without thought, often leading to inappropriate or offensive remarks. It emphasizes a lack of consideration in speech.

2. 口蜜腹剑 (kǒu mì fù jiàn)

  • 中文意思：形容一个人嘴上说得好听，内心却藏着恶意，暗中伤害他人。
  • 造句：他表面上对你很热情，实际上却在背后算计你，真是个口蜜腹剑的人。
  • The Chinese idiom 口蜜腹剑 (kǒu mì fù jiàn) describes someone who is outwardly kind and pleasant but harbors malicious intentions. It highlights the contrast between sweet words and harmful actions.

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，不顾一切。
  • 造句：面对危险，他义无反顾地冲进火场，成功救出了被困的人。
  • 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 courage and unwavering commitment.

4. 千载难逢 (qiān zǎi nán féng)

  • 中文意思：形容非常稀有、难得一遇的机会。
  • 造句：这次合作是一个千载难逢的机遇，我们一定要好好把握。
  • 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 and the importance of seizing them.

5. 亡羊补牢 (wáng yáng bǔ láo)

  • 中文意思：比喻出了问题以后及时采取补救措施，防止继续损失。
  • 造句：虽然工程进度出现了问题，但亡羊补牢还不算晚，我们可以采取措施尽快弥补。
  • The Chinese idiom 亡羊补牢 (wáng yáng bǔ láo) describes taking action to correct a mistake or problem after it has occurred, emphasizing the value of timely intervention to prevent further loss.

6. 亡命之徒 (wáng mìng zhī tú)

  • 中文意思：指不顾性命，敢于冒险或从事非法活动的人。
  • 造句：他年轻时是个亡命之徒，常常参与危险的非法活动。
  • 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 and consequences.

7. 门可罗雀 (mén kě luó què)

  • 中文意思：形容门庭冷落，少有人来往。
  • 造句：自从这家餐馆口碑变差后，生意一落千丈，如今已是门可罗雀。
  • The Chinese idiom 门可罗雀 (mén kě luó què) describes a place being so deserted that sparrows could be caught at the door, emphasizing the lack of visitors or activity. It is often used to highlight decline or loneliness.

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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