📖 Meaning
Having drunk one's fill of wine and eaten one's fill of food. It describes being fully satisfied after a hearty meal and drinks. Often used to depict a state of contentment after dining well.
📜 Origin Story
The phrase originates from the Yuan dynasty play 'Xiangyang Meeting' (《襄阳会》) by Gao Wenxiu, where a host arranges a fine banquet and declares the guest will be so well-fed and drunk that they cannot walk. It reflects the traditional Chinese culture of hospitality, where guests are treated lavishly with food and drink. Over time, it became a common expression for having eaten and drunk to complete satisfaction.
💡 Example Usage
酒足饭饱之后，大家围坐在院子里聊起了往事。
After eating and drinking their fill, everyone gathered in the courtyard and chatted about old times.
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🔤 Quick Facts
- Chinese: 酒足饭饱
- Pinyin: jiǔ zú fàn bǎo
- Literal Translation: wine, sufficient, rice, full
- Category: Lifestyle
- Characters: 4