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送礼的禁忌 - Gift-Giving Taboos [HSK 4]
Manage episode 479445372 series 3596046
Teacher Liu explains to David the taboos to be aware of when giving gifts in China.
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《English Translation》
大卫: I want to give a gift to my Chinese friend. Do you have any suggestions?
刘娜: Don’t give a clock, because 'giving a clock' sounds like 'attending a funeral' and is considered unlucky.
大卫: What else shouldn't I give?
刘娜: Don’t give an umbrella, because the word sounds like 'separation', which implies parting.
大卫: I see. So what are good gifts to give?
刘娜: Tea, books, or local specialties are all good choices.
大卫: What if it’s for an elder?
刘娜: You can give health products, good tea, or a scarf to show care.
大卫: Got it. Thanks for the advice, Teacher Liu!
刘娜: You're welcome. I hope your friend will like the gift!
19 episodes
Manage episode 479445372 series 3596046
Teacher Liu explains to David the taboos to be aware of when giving gifts in China.
Download the app here:
- Chinese Short Dialogue | Website
- Chinese Short Dialogue | App Store
- Chinese Short Dialogue | Google Play
Available in 8 languages on the app:
Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية
《English Translation》
大卫: I want to give a gift to my Chinese friend. Do you have any suggestions?
刘娜: Don’t give a clock, because 'giving a clock' sounds like 'attending a funeral' and is considered unlucky.
大卫: What else shouldn't I give?
刘娜: Don’t give an umbrella, because the word sounds like 'separation', which implies parting.
大卫: I see. So what are good gifts to give?
刘娜: Tea, books, or local specialties are all good choices.
大卫: What if it’s for an elder?
刘娜: You can give health products, good tea, or a scarf to show care.
大卫: Got it. Thanks for the advice, Teacher Liu!
刘娜: You're welcome. I hope your friend will like the gift!
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