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万古长青wàngǔchángqīngremain freshHSK 7, unknown, 20 strokes, Very Hard
万古长青wàngǔchángqīnglast foreverHSK 7, unknown, 20 strokes, Very Hard
万古长青wàngǔchángqīngeternalHSK 7, unknown, 20 strokes, Very Hard
wàngǔchángqīng(wan4gu3chang2qing1)wan gu chang qing T4
  1. 1remain fresh
  2. 2last forever
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March 24, 2026

万古长青(萬古長青)wàngǔchángqīng(wan4gu3chang2qing1)

万古长青 is an idiom that conveys the idea of something lasting forever or remaining fresh and vibrant throughout the ages. It is commonly used to describe enduring qualities in nature, ideas, or even relationships, emphasizing their timelessness and resilience.

Strokes20DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of eternal life and nature's resilience is deeply valued, often reflected in poetry and art. 万古长青 may be used to honor historical figures or philosophies that have stood the test of time.

Memory Tip

Imagine a vast forest (万) that has stood for ages (古), its trees (长) always green (青), regardless of the seasons. This image of eternal greenery helps you remember that 万古长青 represents the concept of lasting vitality.

Meanings of 万古长青

wàngǔchángqīng(wan4gu3chang2qing1)
1remain fresh
2last forever
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万古长青Simplified
萬古長青Traditional
20Strokes
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#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Usage Notes

This idiom is often used in both formal and informal contexts to express admiration for things that endure over time. Learners should be careful not to confuse it with similar expressions that imply temporary beauty or fleeting moments.

HSK Study Tips

While 万古长青 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects well with other idioms and phrases used to describe endurance and timelessness. Students should focus on understanding idiomatic expressions and their contexts, as they often appear in literature and conversation.

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Learners often misuse 万古长青 by applying it to transient situations, such as trends or temporary experiences. A correct use would be, '这首歌万古长青,' indicating the song's lasting appeal.

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Idiom Spotlight: 万古长青

Chengyu Origin Story
Literal meaning:ten thousand ancient long green

Component Characters

万wànten thousand
HSK 23 strokes一
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古gǔancient
HSK 55 strokes口
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长chángchief
HSK 24 strokes长
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青qīnggreen or blue
HSK 58 strokes青
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How to say remain fresh in Chinese

“remain fresh” in Chinese is万古长青wàngǔchángqīng

万古长青 is an idiom that conveys the idea of something lasting forever or remaining fresh and vibrant throughout the ages. It is commonly used to describe enduring qualities in nature, ideas, or even relationships, emphasizing their timelessness and resilience.

When to use 万古长青

This idiom is often used in both formal and informal contexts to express admiration for things that endure over time. Learners should be careful not to confuse it with similar expressions that imply temporary beauty or fleeting moments.

What learners get wrong

Learners often misuse 万古长青 by applying it to transient situations, such as trends or temporary experiences. A correct use would be, '这首歌万古长青,' indicating the song's lasting appeal.

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长
青

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