The many proverbs and idioms in the Chinese language give itmuch of its colour and richness. Drawn from a wealth of sources, from historical anecdotes and legends to moral stories, these ancient sayings offer a fascinating insight into the Chinese culture.
Popular Chinese Proverbs collects several old favourites and some of the most widely used expressions. Using vibrant illustrations and clear explana-tions o fthe metaphors and history behind them, their origins and meanings are presented in an easy-to-understand format.
It is an entertaining read for anyone interested in the delightful idiosyncrasies of the Chinese language and an indispensable aid for students wishing to enrich their vocabulary. The core Chinese values and lessons they teach have passed the test of time, and remain as relevant to our daily life and social interactions today as in the past.
On Resolution and Courage
All Trades Have Their Experts
Judging a Book by Its Cover
Double Standards
Mistaking a Good Man for a Bad One
ManagingResources
AMeaningful Girl
To Be Contented
Due Praise
Pining
Escalation
A Willing Victim
Correlation
Being Influenced by the Company One Keeps
Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained
Better to Die in Glory than Live in Dishonour
Maxims
On Sincerity and Credibility
AmongtheBest
Sense of Compassion
Birds of a Feather Flock Together
A Spoilsport
The Pupil Surpasses the Master
Without the Correct Conditions, Nothing Can Be Achieved
Self-Betrayal
Greed
Losers Have Pride Too
Who Starts Trouble Must End It
Slow Solutions Cannot Solve Urgent Problems
Presumed Guilty
Family Squabbles
No Stones Unturned
Leaders Must Behave For Others To Follow
Maxims
On Humility and Cautiousness
Casting Caution to the Winds
BeDisceming
Paying for What You Are Given
Sincerity of I-Ieart
To Have Ulterior Motives
To Keep At Bay
Eloquence
RecognisingaGem
Purity andVirtue
To Distance Oneself From The Encumbrances Of Life
FalseAdvertising
Never Give Up
Too Far Apart
Where There' s a Will, There' s a Way
Complete What You Set Out to Do
Maxims
On Awareness and Harmony
Turn Hostility To Friendship
To See Is To Believe
To Expend Great Efforts For A Small Thing
Man Of Honour
Students Everywhere
EliminateYourEnemy
Copycat
The Troth
The Early Bird Catches The Worm
To Pale in Comparison
A Complicated Problem
Selfishness
The Way to the Hearts of the People
JustReward
More Haste Less Speed
Maxims