四海为家

sì hǎi wéi jiā
Literal: "four seas as home"

📖 Meaning

To feel at home anywhere in the world. To live freely without being tied to one place.

📜 Origin Story

From the Book of Han, originally describing the emperor's dominion over all the world.

💡 Example Usage

他常年出差,四海为家。

He travels constantly for work, making the four seas his home.

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🔤 Quick Facts

  • Chinese: 四海为家
  • Pinyin: sì hǎi wéi jiā
  • Literal Translation: four seas as home
  • Category: Lifestyle
  • Characters: 4