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Choice Chengyu | Idioms for the Year of the Dragon

Kick off the Year of the Dragon with some useful Chinese “chengyu” about this mythical creature

The Year of the Dragon has always been one of China’s favorite years. As one of the country’s most beloved zodiac animals, dragons have been seen as symbols of the nation since ancient times. Chinese people often even refer to themselves as “descendants of dragons.”

In traditional Chinese culture, dragons are powerful divine beasts, symbolizing authority, nobility, and good fortune. Many believe being born in the year of the dragon will bring them good luck. The belief is pervasive: China often experiences higher birth rates in dragon years.

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