How do people in China calculate the date of the Lunar New Year and its beginning and ending?
On the first day of the traditional Chinese lunisolar calendar, the moon is a crescent, and on the fifteenth day, it is a full moon. …
Did simplified Chinese raise the literacy rate in China?
I do not see strong-enough evidence that it was the contributor, or even the dominant contributor. Supporters of the “character simplification raised literacy rates” theory usually point …
What do you like and admire about the culture of China?
The culture of China that I like and admire the most is “Action speaks louder than words” Chinese people love a cheery talk but when …
How does China celebrate Halloween?
Halloween is not an official holiday in China, but it is quickly gaining popularity among the younger generations. We celebrate it more or less the …
In Chinese culture, why is it uncommon to verbally express love?
Because in Chinese culture love is expressed through action. It’s a very difficult concept for us as Westerners to grasp at times. We are used …
Can you suggest some unique Chinese surnames that are not commonly used in China?
There are many unique surnames in China. Let me recommend you a few unique types – double surnames. Chinese surnames are usually one character. For …
What Chinese proverbs best describe modern China’s development?
万里长城永不倒，千里黄河水滔滔。 (The Great Wall will never fall, and the Yellow River for thousands of miles is surging.) I choose this particular one because the symbology …
Is 石丽梅 a good Chinese name?
Yes, it is. I mean, since your own name is Mary Shipp, Shi Limei, or 石丽梅 in Chinese, is a good Chinese name for you. …
What does 沉鱼落雁 mean?
“沉鱼落雁” is a Chinese idiom that describes a woman’s extremely beautiful appearance. In fact, “沉鱼落雁” is a highly poetic and expressive idiom in Chinese, used …
It’s true that the Mandarin language is very hard to learn. Do all Chinese people speak Mandarin perfectly?
It is extremely difficult, its not a matter of just what you put into it like with other languages. Somewhere, I read an article from …