成语的例子
chéngyǔ de lìzi
Idioms examples · trad. 成語的例子
成语的例子 (chéngyǔ de lìzi) refers to specific instances of Chinese idioms. 成语 (chéngyǔ) are a unique type of idiomatic expression, typically four characters long, often rooted in classical literature or historical events, and are essential to understanding Chinese culture and language.
What does 成语的例子 (chéngyǔ de lìzi) mean?
成语的例子 (chéngyǔ de lìzi) means “idioms examples” in English. Word for word, it breaks down as “idiom example.”
When to use it
Neutral. When discussing idioms, you might hear 成语故事 (chéngyǔ gùshi), "idiom stories," which explain their origins. If you want to ask for examples, you can say 举个成语的例子 (jǔ ge chéngyǔ de lìzi), "give an example of an idiom."
How to pronounce it
Sounds like "chung-YOO LEE-dzuh." 成 (chéng) is a high flat tone, 语 (yǔ) is a rising tone. 例 (lì) is a falling tone, 子 (zi) is a light, neutral tone.
Other ways to say it
- 成语chéngyǔidiom
- 俗语súyǔcommon saying / proverb
- 谚语yànyǔproverb / maxim
Examples
老师，你能给我几个成语的例子吗？
lǎoshī, nǐ néng gěi wǒ jǐge chéngyǔ de lìzi ma?
Teacher, can you give me a few examples of idioms?
这个成语的例子非常形象。
zhège chéngyǔ de lìzi fēicháng xíngxiàng.
This idiom example is very vivid.
学习成语的例子有助于我们更好地理解中国文化。
xuéxí chéngyǔ de lìzi yǒuzhùyú wǒmen gènghǎo de lǐjiě zhōngguó wénhuà.
Learning idiom examples helps us better understand Chinese culture.
Pro tip: While 成语 are typically four characters, not all four-character phrases are 成语. 成语 have a fixed structure and often a story behind them, carrying a specific meaning that isn't always obvious from the individual characters.
Related phrases
我爱中国 · I love china我喜欢 · I love我喜欢学习 · I love learning
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