老字号(lǎozì hao) time-honored brand; an old and famous shop or business Usage: “老字号”是指开设年代久的商店，它的产品和服务都受到顾客的欢迎和认同，品牌也具有良好的信誉。旅游者和食客通常都爱去当地的老字号消费。同时，商家也会因为获得一块老字号的牌匾而无比自豪。“老字号” means an old and famous shop or business. Its products and services are welcomed and recognized by customers and its brand has a good reputation. Tourists and diners usually love to spend their money at old, famous local shops. At the same time, the businesses are also proud of creating a time-honored brand.
Category: News Vocabulary
A theory of Women, Money and time
1. Woman=Time*Money 女人(nǚrén)=时间(shíjiān )*钱(qián) 2. Time=money
Before and After
These two words–before and after–are often used in daily life. But their usages in Chinese are different from English. Let's look at the words here:
Chinese words：农家乐Agritainment
Agritainment(农家乐nónɡ jiā lè)
Agritainment is farm-based tourism, includes family style activities, such as corn mazes, haunted hay rides, pick-your-own pumpkins, etc. This growing phenomenon gives city slickers a taste of rural life while helping farmers diversify their revenue stream.Agritainment(农家乐)就是指农村旅游，像走玉米田迷宫、搭乘颠簸的干草车、亲手摘南瓜等场院式活动均属“农家乐“范畴。这种日渐兴盛的旅游形式在帮助农民增加收入的同时也让城市大人们有机会品味乡间生活。
Chinese phrase translation : 国粹(guócuì) national treasure
国粹 (guócuì) the quintessence of Chinese culture; national treasure Usage:
“国粹” 指一个国家固有文化中的精华。这些精华最具有代表性、最富有独特内涵并深受不同时代、不同国度人们的欢迎。“国粹” is the natural essence of a national culture. These essences are the most representative, have the most unique specialties, and have been popular among people in different countries during different time periods.
Chinese phrase translation : 抬杠(táigàng) bicker
抬杠（táigàng）to have the last word, bicker usage： “抬杠”是指费力地与人争论一些不值得讨论或者没有结果的问题，一般都是无谓的争辩。[/cn“抬杠” is when someone fervently argues with others about petty problems or unanswerable questions. In general, it is always meaningless.
【Learn a word】放风筝 (fàng fēng zheng) Fly a Kite
Summer is well on its way here in China, which means people are taking advantage of the beautiful weather and are out at parks and beaches flying kites. In Chinese we call kites "风筝"(fēng zheng) , and "to fly a kite" is "放风筝"(fàng fēng zheng). The World Kite Festival took place in Weifang (Shandong Province) last month and marked the beginning of the kite flying season. The annual event draws huge crowds of kite masters and fans from all over China and the world. If you are interested in flying kites, choose a sunny and windy day to take your kite out to your local park and impress the locals! Remember to watch out for electric wires and cars, and bring a pair of sunglasses to protect those beautiful eyes from the bright sun. So how about we go fly a kite this weekend? or "这个周末我们去放风筝吧。"(Zhè ge zhōu mò wǒ men qù fàng fēng zheng ba.)
Chinese translation: Eating Bitterness, Shock & Some Strength
Today we’ve got a great list of things other things you can 吃 or eat. Don’t think Americans are the only ones that know how to eat, the Chinese value food so much that usually, when meeting someone, besides the usual “你好吗?” they’ll ask “吃了吗?” The action of eating can be found throughout the Chinese language but doesn’t literally mean someone eating food, but perhaps experiencing surprise or being popular.
Chinese translation: Spike Up Your Energy & Pump That Gas!
Without fail, the crowd will shout out “com’on” or “let’s go” or “woooo” as they’re off their seats with excitement in the United States. We’ve all been there before, rooting and cheering on the sidelines for our teammates, family or friends to win.
Chinese translation: words on Valentine’s Day
I feel like we just got into 2013 but with all the decorations and featured items, Valentine’s Day’s around the corner.
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