Chinese Idioms

As a new year begins, anticipation of positive change and renewal fills the air. Here are some inspiring Chinese idioms to celebrate bright new beginnings.

In celebration of the winter solstice 2015, here are some wise idioms and sayings from traditional Chinese culture that will warm your heart.

Xun Shuang wrote about traditional values and etiquette during the Han Dynasty, quoting the classics in hopes of correcting the improper notions and actions of the people of his time.

“Military tactics on paper” is a four-character idiom from ancient China originally used to describe the fate of a foolhardy Chinese general.