📖 Meaning
Describes language or writing that is grand, beautiful, and well-organized. It originally conveys the idea of eloquence that flows smoothly and elegantly, though it may be perceived as overly ornate.
📜 Origin Story
This idiom originates from 'Han Feizi' (《韩非子》), a foundational Legalist text by Han Fei (韩非) of the late Warring States period. In the chapter 'Nan Yan' (难言, 'Difficulty in Speaking'), Han Fei laments the perils of advising rulers, observing that if one's words are smooth, polished, and flow beautifully (洋洋纚纚), the ruler may dismiss them as flashy rhetoric lacking real substance. This reflects Han Fei's pragmatic view that eloquence alone does not guarantee political effectiveness.
💡 Example Usage
他的文章洋洋纚纚，读来令人赏心悦目。
His writing flows with grand beauty and clear order, making it a delight to read.
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🔤 Quick Facts
- Chinese: 洋洋纚纚
- Pinyin: yáng yáng sǎ sǎ
- Literal Translation: abundant, abundant, flowing, flowing
- Category: Communication
- Characters: 4