《春节计划英语思维导图》
Central Topic: Chinese New Year Plan
I. Pre-Festival Preparations (年前准备)
- A. Cleaning & Decorating (清洁与装饰)
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- Deep Cleaning (大扫除):
- a. Purpose: Sweep away bad luck and welcome good fortune.
- b. Activities:
- i. Sweep the floors: Sweep from the outside in, symbolizing bringing wealth.
- ii. Wash windows: Clean and clear the view for the new year.
- iii. Dust furniture: Remove old and stagnant energy.
- iv. Organize clutter: Create space for new opportunities.
- Deep Cleaning (大扫除):
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- Decorations (装饰品):
- a. Red Lanterns (红灯笼): Symbolize prosperity and good luck.
- b. Spring Couplets (春联): Good luck phrases placed on doorways.
- i. Phrases Examples: Peace, prosperity, happiness, good health.
- c. Paper Cuttings (剪纸): Intricate designs, often depicting animals or auspicious symbols.
- d. Upside-down "Fu" Character (倒福字): Symbolizes "good fortune arriving."
- e. Plum Blossoms (梅花) & Peach Blossoms (桃花): Symbolize new beginnings and good fortune.
- f. Kumquat Trees (金桔树): Symbolize wealth and prosperity.
- Decorations (装饰品):
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- B. Shopping (购物):
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- Food (食物):
- a. Ingredients for reunion dinner (年夜饭食材): Fish, dumplings, spring rolls, etc.
- b. Snacks (零食): Candies, seeds, dried fruits.
- c. Drinks (饮品): Juices, soda, tea, alcohol (for adults).
- Food (食物):
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- Gifts (礼物):
- a. Red Envelopes (红包): Money gifts for children and unmarried adults.
- b. Gifts for elders (给长辈的礼物): Health supplements, clothes, etc.
- c. Gifts for friends and family (给亲友的礼物): Local specialties, imported goods.
- Gifts (礼物):
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- New Clothes (新衣服):
- a. Often red or other auspicious colors.
- b. Symbolizes a fresh start.
- New Clothes (新衣服):
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- C. Travel Arrangements (旅行安排):
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- Booking tickets (预订车票/机票):
- a. High demand, book well in advance.
- b. Consider alternative transportation options.
- Booking tickets (预订车票/机票):
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- Packing (打包行李):
- a. Essentials: clothes, toiletries, medications.
- b. Gifts for family and friends.
- Packing (打包行李):
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- Accommodation (住宿):
- a. Confirm reservations with hotels or family.
- Accommodation (住宿):
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II. During the Festival (节日期间)
- A. Reunion Dinner (年夜饭):
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- Significance (意义):
- a. Most important meal of the year.
- b. Symbolizes family unity and togetherness.
- Significance (意义):
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- Traditional Dishes (传统菜肴):
- a. Fish (鱼): Symbolizes abundance (余).
- b. Dumplings (饺子): Symbolize wealth (shape resembles ancient Chinese money).
- c. Spring Rolls (春卷): Symbolize wealth (resemble gold bars).
- d. Noodles (面条): Symbolize longevity.
- e. Tangerines/Oranges (橘子/橙子): Symbolize good luck and prosperity.
- Traditional Dishes (传统菜肴):
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- Activities (活动):
- a. Toasting and greetings.
- b. Exchanging red envelopes.
- c. Watching the CCTV New Year's Gala (春晚).
- Activities (活动):
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- B. Visiting Relatives & Friends (拜年):
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- Purpose (目的):
- a. Express good wishes and strengthen relationships.
- b. Exchange gifts and red envelopes.
- Purpose (目的):
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- Etiquette (礼仪):
- a. Bring gifts when visiting.
- b. Offer greetings and wishes for good luck.
- c. Respect elders and traditions.
- Etiquette (礼仪):
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- Common Greetings (常用祝福语):
- a. "Happy New Year!" (新年快乐! Xīn nián kuài lè!)
- b. "Wishing you prosperity!" (恭喜发财! Gōng xǐ fā cái!)
- c. "Wishing you good health!" (身体健康! Shēn tǐ jiàn kāng!)
- Common Greetings (常用祝福语):
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- C. Cultural Activities (文化活动):
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- Watching Lion Dances (舞狮) & Dragon Dances (舞龙):
- a. Bring good luck and drive away evil spirits.
- Watching Lion Dances (舞狮) & Dragon Dances (舞龙):
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- Visiting Temple Fairs (庙会):
- a. Enjoy traditional food, games, and performances.
- Visiting Temple Fairs (庙会):
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- Setting off Fireworks (放鞭炮):
- a. Drive away bad luck and celebrate the new year. (Note: Restrictions may apply).
- Setting off Fireworks (放鞭炮):
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- Playing Mahjong (麻将) & Other Games:
- a. Social activity and a way to relax and enjoy time with family.
- Playing Mahjong (麻将) & Other Games:
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III. Post-Festival Activities (节后活动)
- A. Returning to Work/School (返工/返校):
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- Planning & Organization (计划与组织):
- a. Prioritize tasks and set goals for the new year.
- b. Catch up on emails and work assignments.
- Planning & Organization (计划与组织):
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- Reflecting on the Holiday (回顾假期):
- a. Share stories and memories with colleagues and friends.
- Reflecting on the Holiday (回顾假期):
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- B. Lantern Festival (元宵节):
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- Date (日期):
- a. 15th day of the first lunar month.
- Date (日期):
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- Activities (活动):
- a. Eating Tangyuan (汤圆): Sweet rice balls symbolizing family reunion.
- b. Lantern Riddles (猜灯谜): Fun and intellectual game.
- c. Watching Lantern Displays (观灯): Beautiful and intricate lantern designs.
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IV. Key Vocabulary (关键词汇)
- New Year's Eve (除夕 Chú xī)
- Spring Festival (春节 Chūn Jié)
- Red Envelope (红包 Hóng bāo)
- Dumplings (饺子 Jiǎo zi)
- Lanterns (灯笼 Dēng lóng)
- Firecrackers (鞭炮 Biān pào)
- Reunion Dinner (年夜饭 Nián yè fàn)
- Good Luck (好运 Hǎo yùn)
- Prosperity (繁荣 Fán róng)
- Happiness (幸福 Xìng fú)
- Health (健康 Jiàn kāng)
- Family (家庭 Jiā tíng)
This outlines a comprehensive plan for celebrating Chinese New Year, encompassing preparations, celebrations, and post-festival activities. The use of English allows for clear communication and organization while retaining the cultural significance of the holiday. The inclusion of vocabulary helps in understanding and expressing key concepts related to the festival.