In this video, we explore the iconic Mandarin phrase "我们是龙的传人" (Wǒmen shì lóng de chuánrén) 'We Are Descendants of the Dragon' 🐉, which reflects the deep cultural pride of the Chinese people. Notably, President Xi Jinping used this phrase during President Trump's state visit to China at the Forbidden City in 2017, highlighting the symbolic importance of the dragon in Chinese identity and the China's rich cultural heritage. Join us as we unpack the meaning behind this powerful phrase and its significance in both language and Chinese culture.

✅ What you'll learn in this video:
• The meaning behind "我们是龙的传人" and its use in Chinese culture 💬
• Grammatical breakdown of each Chinese character and its usage in the proper Chinese cultural context
• The symbolism of the dragon in Chinese mythology 🐲, and why this phrase holds so much pride and connection to Chinese heritage 🇨🇳
• The significance of President Xi Jinping using this phrase during President Trump's state visit to China at the Forbidden City 🏯

https://youtu.be/VvRExBQs7aU&list=PLqdYzOcDsFHuqoiCoDQzDEjN8l0_kIuDP (Watch on YouTube)

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Analyze and learn to write Mandarin phrases and Chinese cultural insights that have emerged during the China-U.S. trade war 📊🇨🇳. A look at how Chinese humor and sarcasm play a role in how netizens respond to trade tensions and national pride, as well as the cultural significance of certain phrases used on Chinese social media.

00:33 中国不跪 (zhōngguó bù guì) – "China won’t kneel" 🇨🇳: A powerful expression of China’s determination and resistance against external pressure.

01:31 以牙还牙 (yǐ yá huán yá) – "A tooth for a tooth" 🦷: How this Mandarin idiom represents China’s approach to reciprocity during the US-China tariff negotiations.

02:18 吃亏是福 (chīkuī shì fú) – "Suffering a loss is a blessing" 💡: Learn how sarcasm is used in Chinese social media to make light of hardships, like tariffs, and find humor in adversity.

02:46 讽刺地 (fěng cì dì)– "Sarcasm" and Chinese humor reflecting a playful yet resilient attitude towards setbacks.

03:27 川建国 (chuān jiàn guó) – "Trump Builds The Nation" 🏗️: A sarcastic and humorous take on how U.S. tariffs unintentionally benefit China, pushing it to become more self-reliant and stronger.

04:34 Chinese propaganda phrase – "Bowing to a bully is like drinking poison to quench thirst🍷💀": This idiom conveys the idea that submitting to external pressures will result in long-term harm, aligning with China’s cultural emphasis on dignity and national pride.

If you're studying Mandarin or want to understand Chinese culture during modern geopolitical challenges like the US-China trade conflict, this video will give you a deeper look into how humor and language intersect with current events in China. 🌏

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Let's explore the Chinese character 诶 (ei), one of the versatile characters in Mandarin! 🖋️🇨🇳 Not only will you learn how to write 诶, but you'll also discover its different pronunciations and meanings in each of the 4 tones. 🎶 PLUS Examples!

Chinese tones are crucial for understanding and distinguishing words, and this character is a great example of how tone can change meaning. We'll cover the following:

1. 诶 (ēi) – Used to express surprise or to catch someone's attention.
2. 诶 (éi) – A common sound used in certain names or informal phrases.
3. 诶 (ěi) – A sound used to express hesitation or uncertainty.
4. 诶 (èi) – A sound in expressions like asking for confirmation.

You’ll also learn how to pronounce 诶 correctly using each tone, and I’ll guide you through Chinese handwriting tips for writing the character clearly. 🖌️ This video is perfect for beginner Mandarin learners who want to improve their pronunciation and writing skills in Mandarin.

Additionally, phonetic characters (声符, shēngfú) are Chinese characters that primarily represent sounds rather than meanings. These characters often serve as the phonetic part of phono-semantic compounds (形声字, xíngshēngzì), which are the most common type of Chinese characters.

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