Tomb-Sweeping Festival (Qingming Festival)
History & Culture

Tomb-Sweeping Festival (Qingming Festival)

The Tomb-Sweeping Festival, or Qingming Festival in Chinese (ๆธ…ๆ˜Ž็ฏ€), is a significant traditional holiday in Taiwan, China, and some other Asian countries. It bears some resemblance to All Soulsโ€™ Day in the West. On this day, the primary activity involves visiting cemeteries and cleaning the tombs of ancestors. Additionally, Qingming (ๆธ…ๆ˜Ž) in Chinese means โ€œBrightness,โ€… Continue reading Tomb-Sweeping Festival (Qingming Festival)

Japanese Loanwords in Taiwanese Hokkien
Taiwanese (Hokkien)

Japanese Loanwords in Taiwanese Hokkien

Taiwan has a very complex history that has shaped and influenced its linguistic diversity. Taiwanese Hokkien was the dominant language spoken on the island for a very long time, predating the introduction of Mandarin Chinese by the ROC government. During the Japanese occupation of the island, Taiwanese people began introducing Japanese words into their local… Continue reading Japanese Loanwords in Taiwanese Hokkien

่‚ | Chinese Character for Fuck
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่‚ | Chinese Character for F*ck

่‚ is the character for โ€œto fuckโ€. It is made out of 8 strokes. Chinese CharacterSimplified VersionBopomofoPinyin่‚่‚ใ„˜ใ„ ห‹Cร o Definition To fuck; to have sex with someone (vulgar) Historical Origins The dating of this character is unknown. It is an ideogrammic character made up of ๅ…ฅ (โ€œenterโ€) and ่‚‰ (โ€œfleshโ€), therefore literally meaning โ€œentering the fleshโ€, giving… Continue reading ่‚ | Chinese Character for F*ck

Visiting Taipei & Taiwan in April (2024)
Tips & resources, Travel

Visiting Taipei & Taiwan in April (2025)

Craving an adventure? Taiwan, a lush island paradise, might be the perfect fit. It's a place where stunning scenery meets vibrant culture and delicious food. But with seasons that change things up, planning a trip takes a little thought. If April is calling your name, don't worry! This guide will unveil the magic waiting for… Continue reading Visiting Taipei & Taiwan in April (2025)

Numbers in Taiwanese Hokkien | Complete Guide
Taiwanese (Hokkien)

Numbers in Taiwanese Hokkien | Complete Guide

Learning how to count in Taiwanese Hokkien is a little trickier than in Mandarin Chinese. First of all, Taiwanese isnโ€™t as standardized as Mandarin, meaning that some words, including numbers, can be pronounced differently depending on whether you are in the north or south of Taiwan, for example. Here, we will learn the most standardized… Continue reading Numbers in Taiwanese Hokkien | Complete Guide

Does Taiwan Refers to China as "China" or "The Mainland"?
Politics

Does Taiwan Refers to China as “China” or “The Mainland”?

In the intricate world of international relations, the way Taiwan refers to China carries significant weight. It transcends mere words, reflecting deeply ingrained political ideologies and aspirations. So, does Taiwan call China "China" or "The Mainland"? Let's unravel the complexities of this terminology. Context: What Does โ€œMainland Chinaโ€ Refers to? Taiwan, officially the Republic of… Continue reading Does Taiwan Refers to China as “China” or “The Mainland”?

ๅฎถ | Chinese Character for Family
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ๅฎถ | Chinese Character for Family

ๅฎถ is the character for โ€œfamilyโ€. It is made out of 10 strokes. Chinese CharacterSimplified VersionBopomofoPinyinๅฎถๅฎถใ„ใ„งใ„šJiฤ Definition Family; home; (polite) my (sister, uncle etc); classifier for families or businesses; refers to the philosophical schools of pre-han china; suffix denoting expertise in a particular field, akin to English -ist, -er, -ary, or -ian; family name Jia… Continue reading ๅฎถ | Chinese Character for Family