探望长辈 Visiting Elders Tànwàng zhǎngbèi

Dialogues

Dialogues 1

中文

小明：奶奶，您好！最近身体还好吗？
奶奶：哎呦，是小明啊！来啦，快进来坐。我身体挺好的，就是年纪大了，腿脚不太利索了。
小明：奶奶您辛苦了，我来帮您捶捶腿吧。
奶奶：哎，不用不用，你坐，陪我说说话就好。
小明：奶奶，我给您带了点水果，您尝尝。
奶奶：哎呦，心意我领了，你真是个孝顺的孩子。
小明：奶奶您太客气了，应该的。您最近有什么想吃的，尽管告诉我。
奶奶：好好好，你这孩子真贴心。

拼音

Xiaoming: Nǎinai, nínhǎo! Zuìjìn shēntǐ hái hǎo ma?
Nǎinai: Àiyōu, shì Xiaoming a! Láile a, kuài jìnlái zuò. Wǒ shēntǐ tǐng hǎo de, jiùshì niánjì dà le, tuǐjiǎo bù tài lìsuo le.
Xiaoming: Nǎinai nín xīnkǔ le, wǒ lái bāng nín chuí chuí tuǐ ba.
Nǎinai: Āi, bùyòng bùyòng, nǐ zuò, péi wǒ shuō shuō huà jiù hǎo.
Xiaoming: Nǎinai, wǒ gěi nín dài le diǎn shuǐguǒ, nín cháng cháng.
Nǎinai: Àiyōu, xīnyì wǒ líng le, nǐ zhēnshi ge xiàoshùn de háizi.
Xiaoming: Nǎinai nín tài kèqì le, yīnggāi de. Nín zuìjìn yǒu shénme xiǎng chī de, jǐnguǎn gàosù wǒ.
Nǎinai: Hǎohǎo hǎo, zhè háizi zhēn tiēxīn.

English

Xiaoming: Grandma, hello! How are you feeling recently?
Grandma: Oh, it's Xiaoming! Come in, come in, have a seat. I'm feeling quite well, just a little bit stiff in my legs as I'm getting older.
Xiaoming: Grandma, you've worked hard. Let me give you a leg massage.
Grandma: Oh, no, no, you sit down, just keep me company and chat with me.
Xiaoming: Grandma, I brought you some fruit. Please try it.
Grandma: Oh, thank you for your thoughtfulness. You're such a filial child.
Xiaoming: Grandma, you're too kind. It's what I should do. If you'd like anything to eat, just let me know.
Grandma: Alright, alright. You are such a sweet child.

Common Phrases

探望长辈

Tànwàng zhǎngbèi

Visiting elders

Cultural Background

中文

在中国文化中，探望长辈是重要的孝道表现，体现了对长辈的尊重和关心。通常会带些礼物，如水果、补品等。

探望长辈时，要注意言语礼貌，避免大声喧哗或谈论不愉快的话题。

正式场合与非正式场合的用语有所不同，正式场合应使用更正式和尊重的语言。

拼音

Zài zhōngguó wénhuà zhōng, tànwàng zhǎngbèi shì zhòngyào de xiàodào biǎoxiàn, tǐxiàn le duì zhǎngbèi de zūnjìng hé guānxīn. Tōngcháng huì dài xiē lǐwù, rú shuǐguǒ, bǔpǐn děng.

Tànwàng zhǎngbèi shí, yào zhùyì yányǔ lǐmào, bìmiǎn dàshēng xuānhuá huò tánlùn bù yúkuài de huàtí.

Zhèngshì chǎnghé yǔ fēi zhèngshì chǎnghé de yòngyǔ yǒusuǒ bùtóng, zhèngshì chǎnghé yīng shǐyòng gèng zhèngshì hé zūnjìng de yǔyán.

English

In Chinese culture, visiting elders is an important expression of filial piety, demonstrating respect and care for the elderly. It's customary to bring gifts, such as fruit or health supplements.

When visiting elders, pay attention to polite language, avoid loud noises or discussing unpleasant topics.

Formal and informal occasions require different language use. Formal occasions call for more formal and respectful language.

Advanced Expressions

中文

承蒙您挂念，身体硬朗。

家父/家母最近身体欠佳，特来请安。

承蒙厚爱，特来拜访。

拼音

Chéngméng nín guàniàn, shēntǐ yìnglǎng. Jiāfù/jiāmǔ zuìjìn shēntǐ qiànjiā, tè lái qǐng'ān. Chéngméng hòu'ài, tè lái bàifǎng.

English

Thank you for your concern, I'm in good health.

My father/mother has not been feeling well recently, so I've come to check on them.

I am grateful for your kindness, and therefore I've come to visit.

Cultural Taboos

中文

不要空手去探望长辈，要带些礼物，但不要太贵重。避免谈论敏感话题，如政治、宗教等。

拼音

Bùyào kōngshǒu qù tànwàng zhǎngbèi, yào dài xiē lǐwù, dàn bùyào tài guìzhòng. Bìmiǎn tánlùn mǐngǎn huàtí, rú zhèngzhì, zōngjiào děng.

English

Don't visit elders empty-handed; bring a gift, but don't make it too expensive. Avoid sensitive topics such as politics or religion.

Key Points

中文

探望长辈要注意场合和身份，根据长辈的年龄和关系选择合适的问候方式和礼物。要真诚表达关心，多与长辈交流沟通，了解他们的生活状况。

拼音

Tànwàng zhǎngbèi yào zhùyì chǎnghé hé shēnfèn, gēnjù zhǎngbèi de niánlíng hé guānxi xuǎnzé héshì de wènhòu fāngshì hé lǐwù. Yào zhēnchéng biǎodá guānxīn, duō yǔ zhǎngbèi jiāoliú gōutōng, liǎojiě tāmen de shēnghuó zhuàngkuàng.

English

When visiting elders, pay attention to the occasion and the relationship. Choose appropriate greetings and gifts based on the elder's age and relationship. Sincerely express your concern, and communicate with the elders, understanding their life situations.

Practice Tips

中文

多与家人练习模拟对话。

多看一些关于探望长辈的视频和文章，学习更地道自然的表达。

注意观察长辈的表情和反应，根据情况调整交流方式。

拼音

Duō yǔ jiārén liànxí mòmǐ duìhuà. Duō kàn yīxiē guānyú tànwàng zhǎngbèi de shìpín hé wénzhāng, xuéxí gèng dìdào zìrán de biǎodá. Zhùyì guāncchá zhǎngbèi de biǎoqíng hé fǎnyìng, gēnjù qíngkuàng tiáozhěng jiāoliú fāngshì.

English

Practice simulated conversations with family members.

Watch videos and read articles about visiting elders to learn more natural expressions.

Pay attention to the elders' expressions and reactions, and adjust your communication style accordingly.