Chinese culture for kids is a vibrant tapestry woven with history, traditions, and customs that leave us fascinated. But how do we bring this profoundness closer to children? This article looks at the wonders of Chinese culture specifically tailored for young minds, aiming to ignite curiosity and foster understanding about China’s rich cultural heritage. If […]
Let us bring it closer to you today and introduce you to some beautiful Chinese girl names for your child! When looking for Chinese names to give your child (or when wanting to decide on a Chinese name for yourself!), you will probably be a little confused at first if you do not speak the […]
The rich tapestry of Chinese culture is greatly reflected in its traditional Chinese instruments! If you are interested in Chinese culture, it actually is very important for you to gain some understanding of its musical history. Britannica writes “Chinese music history must be approached with a certain sense of awe. “ Reference: Chinese music | […]
Chinese dragon tattoo represents strength, wisdom, good fortune, and spiritual power – everything you’d want behind a meaningful tattoo. But these mythical creatures that have long been integrated into Chinese culture, also carry deeper meanings related to protection, transformation, and divine blessing. Getting a Chinese dragon tattoo invites these powerful forces into your life and […]
The lunar year 2024 joyously welcomes the Year of the Dragon – characterized by strength, prosperity, and good fortune. In Chinese culture, every word, dish, decoration has special significance. This Spring Festival 春节（chūn jié）, welcome your own good fortune by learning the traditions, customs, and most importantly – the essential Chinese vocabulary – to capture […]
As the world turns its attention to the upcoming Chinese New Year（中国年，Zhōngguó nián）, excitement builds for this significant cultural event happening later in the month. Known alternatively as the Lunar New Year or the Spring Festival（春节，chūnjié）, this period symbolizes more than just the dawn of a new lunar calendar; it’s a time for rejuvenation and […]
As the year of 2023 draws to an end, let’s take a look back at some of the most popular Internet slang terms that took off in the Chinese language this year. In this digital age of instant information, new words and phrases spread faster than ever before online. Young people especially like to use these […]
In recent years, a new Chinese term “内卷” (nèi juǎn) has emerged to describe the intense and excessive competition within Chinese society. As China continues its rapid economic development, competition for good grades, jobs, relationships, and even minor things has reached unhealthy levels. Understanding 内卷 and why it exists can provide insight into broader Chinese […]
The China’s Zhou dynasty was the longest-lasting imperial dynasty in Chinese history, ruling over the Central Plain region for nearly 800 years from 1046 BCE to 256 BCE. Though it went through periods of decline and revival, the political and cultural frameworks established during the Zhou dynasty had an enduring impact on later Chinese dynasties. […]
Sun Quan was the younger brother of Sun Ce and founder of the state of Eastern Wu during the Three Kingdoms period in ancient China. Though initially overshadowed by his elder brother Sun Ce’s exploits, Sun Quan showed his own talents as a leader when Sun Ce died prematurely in 200 CE. Sun Quan steadily […]