穿针引线 Threading a Needle chuān zhēn yǐn xiàn

Dialogues

Dialogues 1

中文

A：你好，今天我们来体验一下中国的传统游戏——穿针引线。
B：穿针引线？这是什么游戏？
A：就是用针线穿过一个小孔，看谁更快更准。这在过去是中国很多女孩子学习女红时的练习游戏，现在也成为了节日的一种娱乐活动。
B：听起来很有趣！规则是什么？
A：我们用细线和针，看谁能最快穿过这个小孔。
B：好的，我试试！哎，好难啊，线老是穿不过去。
A：没关系，慢慢来，多练习一下就会了。这需要耐心和技巧哦！
B：谢谢你的指导！看来，这小小的穿针引线，也需要一定的技巧呢！

拼音

A：nǐ hǎo, jīntiān wǒmen lái tǐyàn yīxià zhōngguó de chuántǒng yóuxì—chuān zhēn yǐn xiàn.
B：chuān zhēn yǐn xiàn？zhè shì shénme yóuxì？
A：jiùshì yòng zhēn xiàn chuān guò yīgè xiǎo kǒng, kàn shuí gèng kuài gèng zhǔn。zhè zài guòqù shì zhōngguó hěn duō nǚ háizi xuéxí nǚ hóng shí de liànxí yóuxì, xiànzài yě chéngwéi le jiérì de yī zhǒng yúlè huódòng。
B：tīng qǐlái hěn yǒuqù! guīzé shì shénme？
A：wǒmen yòng xì xiàn hé zhēn, kàn shuí néng zuì kuài chuān guò zhège xiǎo kǒng。
B：hǎo de, wǒ shìshì！āi, hǎo nán a, xiàn lǎoshì chuān bù guò qù。
A：méiguānxi, màn màn lái, duō liànxí yīxià jiù huì le。zhè xūyào nàixīn hé jìqiǎo ō!
B：xièxie nǐ de zhǐdǎo！kàn lái, zhè xiǎoxiǎo de chuān zhēn yǐn xiàn, yě xūyào yīdìng de jìqiǎo ne！

English

A: Hello, today let's try a traditional Chinese game – threading a needle.
B: Threading a needle? What kind of game is that?
A: It's about threading a needle through a small hole, to see who is faster and more accurate. In the past, this was a practice game for many Chinese girls learning needlework; now it's also an entertainment activity during festivals.
B: Sounds interesting! What are the rules?
A: We use a thin thread and a needle; whoever can thread the needle through this small hole the fastest wins.
B: Okay, I'll try! Oh, it's so hard, the thread keeps getting stuck.
A: It's okay, take your time, practice makes perfect. It requires patience and skill!
B: Thank you for your guidance! This little game of threading a needle requires some technique, it seems!

Common Phrases

穿针引线

chuān zhēn yǐn xiàn

Threading a needle

Cultural Background

中文

穿针引线是中国传统的女红技艺，也是一种益智游戏，象征着耐心、细致和灵巧。

它常在节日或家庭聚会中作为娱乐活动，也体现了中华民族的传统文化和家庭观念。

拼音

chuān zhēn yǐn xiàn shì zhōngguó chuántǒng de nǚ hóng jìyì, yě shì yī zhǒng yìzhì yóuxì, xiàngzhēngzhe nàixīn, xìzhì hé língqiǎo。

tā cháng zài jiérì huò jiātíng jùhuì zhōng zuòwéi yúlè huódòng, yě tǐxiàn le zhōnghuá mínzú de chuántǒng wénhuà hé jiātíng guānniàn。

English

Threading a needle is a traditional Chinese needlework skill and a brain teaser, symbolizing patience, meticulousness, and dexterity.

It's often practiced as a recreational activity during festivals or family gatherings, reflecting traditional Chinese culture and family values.

Advanced Expressions

中文

这穿针引线的功夫，还真需要些技巧和耐心呢！

你看这细细的针眼，还真不是那么容易穿过去的。

这小小的游戏，却蕴含着中华民族的传统文化和智慧。

拼音

zhè chuān zhēn yǐn xiàn de gōngfu, hái zhēn xūyào xiē jìqiǎo hé nàixīn ne！

nǐ kàn zhè xìxì de zhēnyǎn, hái zhēn bùshì nàme róngyì chuān guò qù de。

zhè xiǎoxiǎo de yóuxì, què yùnhánzhe zhōnghuá mínzú de chuántǒng wénhuà hé zhìhuì。

English

This threading a needle really requires some skill and patience!

Look at this tiny needle eye, it's not that easy to pass the thread through.

This little game embodies the traditional Chinese culture and wisdom.

Cultural Taboos

中文

无

拼音

wú

English

None

Key Points

中文

穿针引线适合各个年龄段的人参与，尤其适合培养孩子的耐心和细心。需要注意的是，针具要选择钝头，避免孩子受伤。

拼音

chuān zhēn yǐn xiàn shìhé gè gè niánlíng duàn de rén cānyù, yóuqí shìhé péiyǎng háizi de nàixīn hé xīxīn。xūyào zhùyì de shì, zhēnjù yào xuǎnzé dùntóu, bìmiǎn háizi shòushāng。

English

Threading a needle is suitable for people of all ages, especially for cultivating children's patience and care. Note that blunt needles should be chosen to avoid injuring children.

Practice Tips

中文

练习时，可以先从粗线开始，逐渐过渡到细线。

可以利用一些辅助工具，例如放大镜等，帮助孩子更好地观察针眼。

多鼓励孩子尝试，不要过于强调速度。

拼音

liànxí shí, kěyǐ xiān cóng cū xiàn kāishǐ, zhújiàn guòdù dào xì xiàn。

kěyǐ lìyòng yīxiē fǔzhù gōngjù, lìrú fàngdàjìng děng, bāngzhù háizi gèng hǎo de guānchá zhēnyǎn。

duō gǔlì háizi chángshì, bùyào guòyú qiángdiào sùdù。

English

When practicing, you can start with thick threads and gradually transition to thin ones.

You can use some auxiliary tools, such as a magnifying glass, to help children better observe the needle eye.

Encourage children to try more, don't overemphasize speed.