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“antithetical couplet” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinduì lián

Example

门上贴着一副对联。mén shàng tiē zhe yí fù duì lián

An antithetical couplet is posted on the door.

Illustration for 对联 (antithetical couplet)

How to say “antithetical couplet” in Chinese

“Antithetical couplet” in Chinese is 对联 (duì lián).

A paired piece of festive writing turns two related lines into a single display for a doorway or wall.

Full entry for 对联: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 对联

春节的时候，家家户户会在门口贴对联。chūn jié de shí hòu jiā jiā hù hù huì zài mén kǒu tiē duì lián

During the Spring Festival, every household posts antithetical couplets at its door.

Tips for using 对联

  • The occasion often identifies the wording, since displays for New Year celebrations, weddings, and new businesses use different messages.

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