STUDY IN CHINA GLOBAL (SCG)The COVID-19 pandemic has brought unprecedented changes to the world, and China is no exception.
As a result, many new Chinese idioms have emerged to reflect the impact of the pandemic on Chinese society.
Here are 9 Chinese idioms related to COVID-19:
- 疫情就是命令 (yì qíng jiù shì mìng lìng) – “The epidemic is the command” This idiom emphasizes the severity of the pandemic and the need for people to follow guidelines and regulations to protect themselves and others.
- 守望相助 (shǒu wàng xiāng zhù) – “Watch and help each other” This idiom highlights the importance of cooperation and support in times of crisis.
- 隔离不隔爱 (gé lí bù gé ài) – “Isolation does not separate love” This idiom expresses the idea that even though people may be physically separated due to quarantine measures, love and care can still be shared.
- 安居乐业 (ān jū lè yè) – “Live and work in peace and contentment” This idiom emphasizes the importance of maintaining a peaceful and stable environment, especially during times of crisis.
- 战胜疫情 (zhàn shèng yì qíng) – “Overcome the epidemic” This idiom encourages people to stay strong and work together to overcome the challenges posed by the pandemic.
- 同舟共济 (tóng zhōu gòng jì) – “In the same boat, sharing the same fate” This idiom emphasizes the need for solidarity and mutual support during difficult times.
- 紧急状态 (jǐn jí zhuàng tài) – “State of emergency” This idiom emphasizes the urgency and seriousness of the pandemic and the need for immediate action.
- 病从口入 (bìng cóng kǒu rù) – “Disease enters through the mouth” This idiom highlights the importance of maintaining good hygiene, especially by wearing masks and practicing proper respiratory etiquette.
- 人定胜天 (rén dìng shèng tiān) – “Man can conquer nature” This idiom emphasizes the resilience and determination of humanity in overcoming natural disasters, including pandemics like COVID-19.
These idioms not only reflect the impact of COVID-19 on Chinese society but also highlight the resilience and determination of the Chinese people in overcoming the challenges posed by the pandemic.
