枯木逢春

kū mù féng chūn
Literal: "dead wood meets spring"

📖 Meaning

To find new life or opportunity after a period of decline. A second chance at success.

📜 Origin Story

From Buddhist scriptures, where the withered tree blossoming symbolized revival.

💡 Example Usage

退休后他创业成功,枯木逢春。

After retirement, he started a successful business—dead wood meeting spring.

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🔤 Quick Facts

  • Chinese: 枯木逢春
  • Pinyin: kū mù féng chūn
  • Literal Translation: dead wood meets spring
  • Category: Recovery
  • Characters: 4