10 hottest Chinese buzzwords in 2016
In the network era, network buzzwords can be the most representative language. As soon as one buzzword appears, it will soon spread crazily on different social networks. Below is the …
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Why you should be careful when using 西天 (xītiān)
In Buddhist funerals, a place called Sukhavati or "Western Paradise" is considered the favorable destination for a soul that is departing Earth. Different languages have various names for this "heaven" …
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How to buy a house as an expat in China
As an expat in China housing is one of your main concerns. Most foreigners rent apartments, but if you plan to stay here for the long term it might behoove …
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Chinese phrase: 话痨 (huà láo)
Have you ever met one around you that is addicted to talking? He talks much, talks whatever he likes and can't stop talking, like a patient of Tuberculosis (TB) that …
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Chinese phrase: 过来人 (guò lái rén)
"过来人" refers to a person who have hands-on experiences of doing something. “过来人”指对于做某些事情有过经验、体会的一类人。 Examples: 1. Wǒ zài zhèlǐ gōngzuò èrshí nián le, zuòwéi yígè guò lái rén, wǒ háishì xiǎng …
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Infomania: 资讯癖 (zī xùn pì)
Infomania is the debilitating state of information overload, caused by the combination of a backlog of information to process, and continuous interruptions from technologies like phones, instant messaging, and e-mail. …
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Chinese “开心果” doesn’t always mean “pistachio nut”
The original meaning of "开心果" (kāi xīn guǒ; literal meaning: Happy fruit) is the Chinese translation of the pistachio nut. It got the Chinese name because of the grinning-like nut …
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Are you suffering from FoMO?
In the age of intelligence, it's hard for us to live without a smart phone. We check updates on our social media APPs or websites every day, to stay tuned …
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Should women be offered “period leave”?
Several provinces in China now have laws in place to ensure women can take a day or two a month off work if they suffer from period pain. Events organizer …
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How to compliment one on his achievement in Chinese
When your Chinese friend does a good job, or makes achievements, do you know how to give him compliments in Chinese? Follow us and pick them up. 1. 太棒了 tài …
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