Chinese Idiom: 一言九鼎 (Yi Yan Jiu Ding) English Translation: Words of Great Weight pīn yīn: yī yán jiǔ dǐng Idiom Meaning: This idiom describes someone whose words carry significant weight and influence, with every sentence having a major impact. “一言” means a single word in Chinese, while “九鼎” refers to a precious artifact symbolizing great […]
Chinese Idiom: 一曝十寒 (Yi Pu Shi Han) English Translation: Short Effort, Long Rest pīn yīn: yī pù shí hán Idiom Meaning: This idiom describes the lack of a consistent plan or persistence in learning or doing things, often stopping and starting irregularly. Historical Source: Mencius, “Gaozi I” Idiom Story: Mencius, also known as Meng Ke,
Chinese Idiom: 一举两得 (Yi Ju Liang De) English Translation: Killing Two Birds with One Stone pīn yīn: yī jǔ liǎng dé Idiom Meaning: This idiom means that by doing one thing, you can achieve two beneficial outcomes. “举” means action or move; “得” means benefit or gain. Historical Source: “Records of the Grand Historian ·
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Chinese Idiom: 一鼓作气 (Yi Gu Zuo Qi) English Translation: One Drumbeat to Boost Morale pīn yīn: yī gǔ zuò qì Idiom Meaning: It means to muster all one’s energy and courage to accomplish something in one go. “鼓” refers to the beating of war drums, “作” signifies invigorating or rallying, and “气” is the spirit
Chinese Idiom: 一鸣惊人 (Yi Ming Jing Ren) English Translation: A Sudden Startling Achievement pīn yīn: yī míng jīng rén Idiom Meaning: Refers to someone who is usually unnoticed but suddenly achieves something extraordinary. “鸣” means to make a sound or to call out; “惊人” means to surprise or startle. Historical Source: “Records of the Grand
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Chinese Idiom: 一寒如此 or 一寒至此 (Yi Han Ru Ci) English Translation: Utter Poverty pīn yīn: yī hán rú cǐ Idiom Meaning: Expresses the extreme state of poverty in a dramatic way. “如此” can also be written as “至此.” Historical Source: “Old Book of Tang · Biography of Li Jing.” Idiom Story: During the Warring States
