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<\/span>Introduction: What are Chinese idioms(chengyu)?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Chinese 4-word idioms, known as Chengyu (\u6210\u8bed), are the essence of Chinese language and culture. For anyone preparing for the HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi) exam<\/a> \u2013 from Level 1 to Level 9<\/a> \u2013 mastering level-appropriate Chengyu is more than just learning cultural expressions: it\u2019s a proven way to expand your vocabulary, improve your language proficiency, and score higher on HSK exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we have categorized widely-used Chinese idioms (chengyu) according to HSK levels<\/a>, providing with Chinese characters<\/a>, Pinyin<\/a>, English meanings, and practical usage tips. Whether you are just beginning to prepare for HSK Level 1 or aspire to reach the mastery level of HSK Level 9, studying these idioms will help you solidify your vocabulary foundation, achieve more natural and fluent language expression, and ultimately pass your HSK exams with greater ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Chinese 4-Word Idioms(Cheng yu) Overview<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
HSK Level<\/th>Requirements for Chengyu Mastery<\/th>Chinese idioms(cheng yu) List<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
1-2 (Beginner)<\/td>Master basic meaning and simple daily usage(greetings, family, daily life); no need to learn complex allusions.<\/td>\u5929\u5929\u5f00\u5fc3\u3001\u5c81\u5c81\u5e73\u5b89\u3001\u4e00\u5fc3\u4e00\u610f\u3001\u5fc3\u82b1\u6012\u653e\u3001\u4e00\u5c18\u4e0d\u67d3\u3001\u9a6c\u9a6c\u864e\u864e\u3001\u4eba\u5c71\u4eba\u6d77\u3001\u4e00\u65e5\u4e09\u79cb\u3001\u52a9\u4eba\u4e3a\u4e50\u3001\u5e73\u6613\u8fd1\u4eba<\/td><\/tr>
3-4 (Intermediate)<\/td>Master practical usage in daily communication; understand simple allusions; be able to use in short sentences\/paragraphs; fit study, work, social interaction scenarios.<\/td>\u4e00\u76ee\u4e86\u7136\u3001\u4e95\u4e95\u6709\u6761\u3001\u624b\u821e\u8db3\u8e48\u3001\u5bb6\u5ead\u548c\u7766\u3001\u52e4\u52e4\u6073\u6073\u3001\u4e3e\u4e00\u53cd\u4e09\u3001\u719f\u80fd\u751f\u5de7\u3001\u753b\u86c7\u6dfb\u8db3\u3001\u96ea\u4e2d\u9001\u70ad\u3001\u5b88\u682a\u5f85\u5154<\/td><\/tr>
5-6 (Advanced)<\/td>Master cultural connotations and classic allusions; be able to integrate into essays and speaking tasks; fit topics about study, perseverance, life attitudes.<\/td>\u51ff\u58c1\u5077\u5149\u3001\u585e\u7fc1\u5931\u9a6c\u3001\u6c34\u6ef4\u77f3\u7a7f\u3001\u4e00\u9e23\u60ca\u4eba\u3001\u52e4\u5b66\u597d\u95ee\u3001\u8dcb\u5c71\u6d89\u6c34\u3001\u5bf9\u725b\u5f39\u7434\u3001\u7834\u91dc\u6c89\u821f\u3001\u80f8\u6709\u6210\u7af9\u3001\u5367\u85aa\u5c1d\u80c6<\/td><\/tr>
7-9 (Superior)<\/td>Master formal and literary usage; understand profound allusions from classic texts; be able to use in academic writing and complex discussions.<\/td>\u5c45\u5b89\u601d\u5371\u3001\u6301\u4e4b\u4ee5\u6052\u3001\u53d6\u957f\u8865\u77ed\u3001\u6e90\u8fdc\u6d41\u957f\u3001\u76f8\u5f97\u76ca\u5f70\u3001\u539a\u5fb7\u8f7d\u7269\u3001\u81ea\u5f3a\u4e0d\u606f\u3001\u9ad8\u77bb\u8fdc\u77a9\u3001\u540c\u821f\u5171\u6d4e\u3001\u7cbe\u76ca\u6c42\u7cbe<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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<\/span>Basic Chinese Idioms (Chengyu) for Beginners – HSK 1-2<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

HSK Level 1 and 2 focus on basic Chinese communication, with simple vocabulary and daily-life scenarios. So Chinese 4-word idioms(chengyu) at this level are straightforward and easy to remember.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. \u5929\u5929\u5f00\u5fc3\uff08Ti\u0101n ti\u0101n k\u0101i x\u012bn\uff09<\/strong>\u2013 Happy every day.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Usage: A common and simple way to express your wishes that someone can happy every day, e.g., “Chidren are happy every day” can be said “Children \u5929\u5929\u5f00\u5fc3”.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. \u5c81\u5c81\u5e73\u5b89\uff08Su\u00ec su\u00ec p\u00edng \u0101n)<\/strong> \u2013 Peace and safe year after year.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Usage: Peace year after year; safe every year. This idiom is often used in basic daily interactions and festival-related scenarios, e.g., “Happy New Year, I wish all of my famiy \u5c81\u5c81\u5e73\u5b89”.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. \u4e00\u5fc3\u4e00\u610f\uff08Y\u012b x\u012bn y\u012b y\u00ec\uff09<\/strong>\u2013 Wholeheartedly; single-minded.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Usage: To describe someone as being deeply focused on a task, undisturbed by any distractions. E.g., \u201cI study Chinese wholeheartedly\u201d).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        1. \u5fc3\u82b1\u6012\u653e (X\u012bn hu\u0101 n\u00f9 f\u00e0ng)<\/strong> \u2013 Overjoyed; elated.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          Usage: Originates from ancient poetry, describing joy as flowers blooming in the heart, vivid and easy to understand. E.g., \u201cShe was \u5fc3\u82b1\u6012\u653e when she got the gift\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          1. \u4e00\u5c18\u4e0d\u67d3 (Y\u012b ch\u00e9n b\u00f9 r\u01cen)<\/strong> \u2013 Spotlessly clean; pure.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            Usage: It describes environments or objects are really clean, e.g., \u201cThe room is \u4e00\u5c18\u4e0d\u67d3\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            1. \u9a6c\u9a6c\u864e\u864e (m\u01ce ma h\u016b hu) <\/strong>\u2013 Careless or Roughly the same.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

              Usage: Literally “horse horse, tiger tiger.” It means “so-so,” “just OK,” or careless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              1. \u4eba\u5c71\u4eba\u6d77 (r\u00e9n sh\u0101n r\u00e9n h\u01cei) <\/strong>\u2013 “People mountains, people seas.”<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                Usage: Used to describe a huge, crowded place, or massive crowds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                1. \u4e00\u65e5\u4e09\u79cb (y\u012b r\u00ec s\u0101n qi\u016b) <\/strong>\u2013 “One day, three autumns.”<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                  Usage: Expresses that even a short separation feels like a very long time. Describe your deep longing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  1. \u52a9\u4eba\u4e3a\u4e50 (Zh\u00f9 r\u00e9n w\u00e9i l\u00e8)<\/strong> \u2013 Find joy in helping others.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                    Usage: To describe a person who enjoys helping others, or to describe an event or action. e.g., \u201cMy friend likes to help others and finds joy in it\u201d, you can say “My friend likes \u52a9\u4eba\u4e3a\u4e50”.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    1. \u5e73\u6613\u8fd1\u4eba (P\u00edng y\u00ec j\u00ecn r\u00e9n) \u2013 <\/strong>Approachable; easy to get along with.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                      Usage: It describes a person who is kind and easy to approach, e.g., \u201cOur teacher is \u5e73\u6613\u8fd1\u4eba\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                      <\/span>Intermediate Chinese Idioms (Chengyu) for Practical Communication – HSK 3-4<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                      HSK 3\u20134 shift toward a broader range of everyday communicative scenarios, requiring the ability to engage in normal conversation. Chinese 4-word idioms(chengyu) here are accessible and easy to understand, while simultaneously embodying “allusions” that are closely rooted in daily life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                      1. \u4e00\u76ee\u4e86\u7136\uff08Y\u012b m\u00f9 li\u01ceo r\u00e1n\uff09<\/strong> \u2013 Clear at a glance.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                        Usage: It uses to descirbe how objects or matters have been organized in a highly systematic manner, making it very clear and convenient to grasp the complete picture. E.g., This map looks \u4e00\u76ee\u4e86\u7136.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                        1. \u4e95\u4e95\u6709\u6761 (J\u01d0ng j\u01d0ng y\u01d2u ti\u00e1o)<\/strong> \u2013 Well-organized; in order.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                          Usage: Derived from the layout of ancient wells, which are neat and orderly, symbolizing tidiness and organization. E.g., \u201cMy mother\u2019s room is \u4e95\u4e95\u6709\u6761\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                          1. \u624b\u821e\u8db3\u8e48 (Sh\u01d2u w\u01d4 z\u00fa d\u01ceo)<\/strong> \u2013 Dance with joy; overjoyed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                            Usage: It vividly describes happy emotions and the joy of people celebrating rituals, later extended to any intense joy. E.g., \u201cThe child \u624b\u821e\u8db3\u8e48 when he got a gift\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                            1. \u5bb6\u5ead\u548c\u7766\uff08Ji\u0101 t\u00edng h\u00e9 m\u00f9\uff09<\/strong> \u2013 Harmonious family.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                              Usage: When you introducing your famliy, you can use this idiom to show the warmth and harmonious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                              1. \u52e4\u52e4\u6073\u6073\uff08Q\u00edn q\u00edn k\u011bn k\u011bn\uff09<\/strong> \u2013 Diligent and hardworking.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                Usage: To describe someone as diligent, e.g.,”He works \u52e4\u52e4\u6073\u6073 and has earned the recognition of his superiors.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                1. \u4e3e\u4e00\u53cd\u4e09 (J\u01d4 y\u012b f\u01cen s\u0101n)<\/strong> \u2013 Draw inferences from one instance; learn by analogy.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                  Usage: It is related to learning methods, for example, a person might use a single problem as a springboard to deduce the solutions for three other similar problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                  1. \u719f\u80fd\u751f\u5de7 (sh\u00fa n\u00e9n\u0261 sh\u0113n\u0261 qi\u01ceo) <\/strong>\u2013 “Skill comes from practice.”<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                    Usage: Similar to “practice makes perfect”.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                    1. \u753b\u86c7\u6dfb\u8db3 (Hu\u00e0 sh\u00e9 ti\u0101n z\u00fa)<\/strong> \u2013 Add feet to a snake; overdo it.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                      Usage: This idiom comes from ancient fables, a man won a pot of wine by drawing a snake first, but added feet to the snake and lost, mocking unnecessary actions. E.g., \u201cHis explanation was good, but adding extra details was \u753b\u86c7\u6dfb\u8db3\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                      1. \u96ea\u4e2d\u9001\u70ad (Xu\u011b zh\u014dng s\u00f2ng t\u00e0n)<\/strong> \u2013 Send charcoal in the snow; help when needed most.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                        Usage: In an ancient folk customs, where people sent charcoal to those in need during cold winters, symbolizing timely help. It describes kindness, e.g., \u201cMy friend helped me when I was in trouble, which was like \u96ea\u4e2d\u9001\u70ad\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                        1. \u5b88\u682a\u5f85\u5154 (Sh\u01d2u zh\u016b d\u00e0i t\u00f9)<\/strong> \u2013 Wait by the stump for a rabbit; rely on luck.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                          Usage: In Han Feizi<\/em>, a farmer who found a rabbit hitting a stump and then waited by the stump for more rabbits, mocking laziness and blind luck. It fits daily advice scenarios, e.g., \u201cDon\u2019t \u5b88\u682a\u5f85\u5154; work hard instead\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                          <\/span>Advanced Chinese Idioms (Chengyu) for Proficiency – HSK 5-6<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                                          HSK 5-6 demand a higher proficiency in Chinese\u2014one that approaches native-speaker competence. Chinese 4-word idioms(chengyu) here are imbued with a richer cultural heritage, carrying profound historical allusions or metaphors of deep significance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                          1. \u51ff\u58c1\u5077\u5149 (Z\u00e1o b\u00ec t\u014du gu\u0101ng)<\/strong> \u2013 Study diligently despite poverty.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                            Usage: This idiom comes from the Book of Han<\/em>, telling the story of Kuang Heng, a poor scholar who bored a hole in the wall to steal light from his neighbor\u2019s house to study, praising diligence. So it’s frequently used to describe the spirit of diligent study and earnest dedication to learning<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                            1. \u585e\u7fc1\u5931\u9a6c (S\u00e0i w\u0113ng sh\u012b m\u01ce)<\/strong> \u2013 Misfortune may bring good luck (every cloud has a silver lining).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                              Usage: In Huainanzi<\/em>, a fable about an old man on the frontier who lost his horse but later gained unexpected benefits, reflecting the philosophy of \u201cfortune and misfortune are interdependent.\u201d You can use when someone experienced something bad, for example, “although this investment failure seems costly, \u585e\u7fc1\u5931\u9a6c\uff0c\u7109\u77e5\u975e\u798f”.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                              1. \u6c34\u6ef4\u77f3\u7a7f (Shu\u01d0 d\u012b sh\u00ed chu\u0101n)<\/strong> \u2013 Persistence leads to success.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                Usage: In the book named Han Feizi<\/em>, describing how constant dripping of water can wear through stone, emphasizing the power of persistence. It is widely employed in various texts dealing with themes of diligent effort and the attainment of achievement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                1. \u4e00\u9e23\u60ca\u4eba (Y\u012b m\u00edng j\u012bng r\u00e9n)<\/strong> \u2013 Achieve sudden success after preparation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                  Usage: Zuo Zhuan<\/em> tells the story of King Chu Zhuang, who remained silent for three years but then achieved great things, symbolizing hidden potential and sudden success. For example, you can say “With her outstanding academic results, she \u4e00\u9e23\u60ca\u4eba”.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                  1. \u52e4\u5b66\u597d\u95ee (Q\u00edn f\u00e8n h\u00e0o w\u00e8n)<\/strong> \u2013 Diligent and eager to learn.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                    Usage: In The Analects of Confucius<\/em>,it emphasizs the importance of diligence and humility in learning, a core value in Chinese education. It is frequently used to commend a student’s attitude toward learning, for example, “Xiaoming \u52e4\u5b66\u597d\u95ee, he takes first place in every exam.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                    1. \u8dcb\u5c71\u6d89\u6c34 (b\u00e1 sh\u0101n sh\u00e8 shu\u01d0)<\/strong> \u2013 “Trekking over mountains and crossing rivers.”<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                      Usage: Describes a very arduous and long journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                      1. \u5bf9\u725b\u5f39\u7434 (du\u00ec ni\u00fa t\u00e1n q\u00edn)<\/strong> \u2013 “Playing the lute for a cow.”<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                        Usage: Means to speak to the wrong audience or offer fine things to someone who cannot appreciate them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                        1. \u7834\u91dc\u6c89\u821f (p\u00f2 f\u01d4 ch\u00e9n zh\u014du)<\/strong> \u2013 “Break the cauldrons and sink the boats.”<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                          Usage: Means to cut off all means of retreat to show determination (burn bridges).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                          1. \u80f8\u6709\u6210\u7af9 (Xi\u014dng y\u01d2u ch\u00e9ng zh\u00fa)<\/strong> \u2013 Have a bamboo in one\u2019s chest; have a well-thought-out plan.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                            Usage: This idiom comes from ancient painter Wen Tong, who observed bamboos carefully and could draw them perfectly without hesitation, symbolizing thorough preparation. E.g., \u201cHe \u80f8\u6709\u6210\u7af9 before starting the task\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                            1. \u5367\u85aa\u5c1d\u80c6 (W\u00f2 x\u012bn ch\u00e1ng d\u01cen)<\/strong> \u2013 Sleep on brushwood and taste gall; endure hardship to achieve a goal.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                              Usage: From Historical Records, it tells the story of King Gou Jian of Yue, who endured hardship to avenge his country, symbolizing perseverance and determination. E.g., \u201cHe endured hardships to achieve his dream, just like \u5367\u85aa\u5c1d\u80c6\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                              <\/span>Superior Chinese Idioms (Chengyu) for Mastery – HSK 7-9<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                                                              HSK 7-9 requires near-native Chinese proficiency, with complex texts, academic discussions, and formal writing. Chinese 4-word idioms(chengyu) here are relatively rare, highly cultural, and often used in formal or literary contexts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                              1. \u5c45\u5b89\u601d\u5371 (J\u016b \u0101n s\u012b w\u0113i)<\/strong> \u2013 Be prepared for danger in times of safety.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                                Usage: The Analects of Confucius<\/em> emphasizing the importance of vigilance and foresight, even in times of peace. It is particularly suitable for use in formal essays addressing themes such as social responsibility or proactive preparedness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                1. \u6301\u4e4b\u4ee5\u6052 (Ch\u00ed zh\u012b y\u01d0 h\u00e9ng)<\/strong> \u2013 Persist consistently.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                                  Usage: Xunzi<\/em>, a classic philosophical text, emphasizing the importance of consistent effort to achieve goals. It is more formal than \u201c\u6c34\u6ef4\u77f3\u7a7f\u201d and is often used in academic contexts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                  1. \u53d6\u957f\u8865\u77ed (B\u01d4 ch\u00e1ng du\u01cen q\u01d4)<\/strong> \u2013 Learn from others’ strengths to offset weaknesses.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                                    Usage: A widely-used idiom when learning experiences from the past or others, it comes from Mencius<\/em>, advocating for learning from others\u2019 advantages and improving one\u2019s own shortcomings, a core concept in Chinese interpersonal relationships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                    1. \u6e90\u8fdc\u6d41\u957f (Yu\u00e1n yu\u01cen li\u00fa ch\u00e1ng)<\/strong> \u2013 Have a long history; profound origin.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                                      Usage: Usually used to describe a country’s culture or history, e.g.,”Chinese culture is \u6e90\u8fdc\u6d41\u957f”. This idiom comes from Historical Records<\/em>, describing the long and continuous development of Chinese civilization, emphasizing its profound roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                      1. \u76f8\u5f97\u76ca\u5f70 (Xi\u0101ng d\u00e9 y\u00ec zh\u0101ng)<\/strong> \u2013 Complement each other; enhance each other’s value.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                                        Usage: It usualy used to describe a win-win situatiom, this idiom comes from The Book of Songs<\/em>, originally describing how music and poetry complement each other, later extended to any two things that enhance each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                        1. \u539a\u5fb7\u8f7d\u7269 (H\u00f2u d\u00e9 z\u00e0i w\u00f9)<\/strong> \u2013 Have great virtue to bear all things.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                                          Usage: This idiom comes from I Ching<\/em>, emphasizing that great virtue can accommodate all things, reflecting the Chinese philosophy of moral perfection. It’s suitable for essays about moral cultivation or social responsibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                          1. \u81ea\u5f3a\u4e0d\u606f (Z\u00ec qi\u00e1ng b\u00f9 x\u012b)<\/strong> \u2013 Strive constantly for self-improvement.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                                            Usage: This chengyu also comes from I Ching<\/em>, advocating for constant self-improvement and never stopping, a core value in Chinese culture. It’s suitable for discussions about personal growth or national development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                            1. \u9ad8\u77bb\u8fdc\u77a9 (G\u0101o zh\u0101n yu\u01cen zh\u01d4)<\/strong> \u2013 Have foresight; look far ahead.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                                              Usage: It describs people who can see the long-term and have a broad perspective, emphasizing foresight. It describes a broad vision, fitting academic and leadership-related topics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                              1. \u540c\u821f\u5171\u6d4e (T\u00f3ng zh\u014du g\u00f2ng j\u00ec)<\/strong> \u2013 Row the boat together; work together through difficulties.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                                                Usage: This idiom describs people in the same boat helping each other to cross the river, symbolizing unity and cooperation. It is a formal idiom, fitting social and academic contexts, like teamwork and global cooperation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                1. \u7cbe\u76ca\u6c42\u7cbe (J\u012bng y\u00ec qi\u00fa j\u012bng)<\/strong> \u2013 Strive for perfection; keep improving.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                                                                  Usage: This idiom originates from The Book of Rites, advocating for constantly improving one\u2019s skills and work, reflecting the spirit of pursuit of perfection. It emphasizes pursuit of excellence, suitable for essays about work, study, or craftsmanship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                  <\/span>Let’s Get More Chinese idioms(chengyu) in Wukong<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                                                                                  Chinese 4-word idioms (Chengyu) are more than just cultural expressions \u2013 they are a key tool for expanding your vocabulary and getting to know the deeper sight of Chinese. Whether you\u2019re a beginner (HSK 1-2) or aiming for superior proficiency (HSK 7-9), studying Chinese idioms will expand your vocabulary, improve your communication, and gain a deeper understanding of the Chinese language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                                                                  Ready to learn more Chinese 4-word idioms(chengyu) for your current level? Start with the idioms above and WuKong Chinese<\/a> to take your HSK preparation to the next level!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                                                  Q1: How many Chinese 4-word idioms (Chengyu) are included in this guide, and how are they arranged?<\/strong> <\/strong>

                                                                                  A1: This guide includes a total of 40 common Chinese 4-word idioms (Chengyu), with 10 core idioms tailored for each HSK level (1-9). They are arranged by HSK level: beginner (HSK 1-2) focuses on simple daily idioms, intermediate (HSK 3-4) on practical communication idioms, advanced (HSK 5-6) on culturally rich classic idioms, and superior (HSK 7-9) on formal literary idioms\u2014all matching the official HSK vocabulary scope.<\/p> <\/div>

                                                                                  Q2: Why does the guide only include common Chengyu instead of more complex or rare ones?<\/strong><\/strong>

                                                                                  A2: This guide is a simple guide optimized for HSK exam preparation, so we only select common, widely-used Chinese idioms (Chengyu) here as a introduction. If you want to learn more and more complex idioms, you can visit WuKong Chinese<\/a> to get more information.<\/p> <\/div>

                                                                                  Q3: Are the Chengyu in this guide consistent with the idioms tested in real HSK exams?<\/strong> <\/strong>

                                                                                  A3: Yes. All the Chinese 4-word idioms (Chengyu) included are verified to be common in real HSK past papers and official exam materials. They are selected based on the frequency of appearance in HSK listening, reading, speaking, and writing tasks, ensuring they are useful for your exam preparation.<\/p> <\/div>

                                                                                  Q4: Besides HSK exams, will these Chengyu be helpful for daily Chinese communication?<\/strong><\/strong>

                                                                                  A4: Absolutely. All the Chengyu in the guide are widely used in daily Chinese, whether in casual conversations, formal writing, or cultural exchanges. Mastering them not only helps you pass HSK exams but also improves your ability to communicate naturally with native Chinese speakers.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n

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