Chinese cultuur

踢毽子(Jiànzǐ)是一项古老的中国传统运动,使用一只有羽毛的毽子(jiànzi)和任何身体部位进行击球。这项运动起源可以追溯到2000多年前,在中国各地广为流行。 Jianzi is an ancient Chinese traditional sport played with a feathered shuttlecock (jiànzi) and any body part used to keep it in the air. This sport dates back over 2000 years and was wildly popular throughout China. 毽子看起来像一个小塑料圆盘,上面插有四根羽毛。它通常是用塑料或皮革制成,羽毛则来自鸡或鸭。球员用脚、腿、肩、胸和头部击打毽子,使其在空中翻转并尽可能长时间保持在空中。这需要很强的肢体协调能力和反应能力。 The jiànzi looks like a small plastic disc with four feathers attached. It is usually made […]

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With over 1.4 billion people, China is the world’s most populous country and home to a rich diversity of languages and dialects. The official language is Standard Mandarin, which is spoken by the vast majority of Chinese people. However, China recognizes 55 official minority ethnic groups who speak over 80 distinct languages. Understanding the linguistic […]

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Chinese names are rich in meaning, history and tradition. Unlike western names which are often chosen just for their sound, Chinese names are carefully selected based on various factors and can reveal a lot about a person’s background and family history. This article will explore the intricacies of Chinese naming practices, their origins and significance […]

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Children’s Day (儿童节 ér tóng jié) is a beloved holiday in China that celebrates the health, happiness and overall well-being of children. Falling on June 1st every year, Children’s Day traditions, festivities and wishes all aim to honor children and childhood. History and Origins The idea for Children’s Day originated from the World Conference for […]

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Laodong Jie (劳动节) is known as Labor Day in Chinese. It is a public holiday celebrated on May 1st every year in China. It honors the achievements and contributions of workers across the country. With its socialist roots and focus on workers’ rights, Labor Day carries great significance in modern China. Origins of Labor Day […]

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In Chinese culture, there are specific terms used to address older brothers that convey respect and hierarchical family roles. Knowing the correct way to refer to an older brother in Chinese is important for proper etiquette and communication. The most common and formal way to address an older brother in Mandarin Chinese is “gēgē” (哥哥). […]

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Chinese culture is rich with fascinating and sometimes strange superstitions that have developed over thousands of years. From numbers and colors to animals and food, Chinese superstitions influence many aspects of everyday life and business in China. Understanding common Chinese superstitions provides meaningful cultural insights. It can also help avoid embarrassing faux pas when traveling […]

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While Christmas is not an officially recognized holiday in China, it has become increasingly popular nationwide over the past few decades. With Christianity having a relatively short modern history in China, Christmas lacks the centuries of ingrained rituals it holds in the West. But the Chinese have enthusiastically embraced Christmas in their own unique way, […]

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Chinese characters, known in Chinese as hanzi, have a history dating back over 3000 years to oracle bone inscriptions of the Shang Dynasty. As one of the world’s oldest continuously used writing systems, hanzi developed into a sophisticated logographic system with thousands of unique characters. When Chinese culture spread to neighboring regions like Japan and […]

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For most of recent history, the Chinese beer landscape has been dominated by a few major domestic brands churning out easy-drinking lagers by the millions of barrels. But over the past decade, a craft beer revolution has swept across China bringing innovative new breweries producing diverse styles with an emphasis on quality and creativity. The […]

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