白头偕老

Pronunciation: bái tóu xié lǎo Literal meaning: White heads together in old age

Origin & Usage

This idiom describes white (白) heads (头) together (偕) in old age (老). It depicts couples who grow old together, their hair turning white side by side. The phrase is a common blessing at weddings. Modern usage expresses wishes for lasting marriages, the hope that couples will remain devoted until both have grey hair, symbolizing lifelong companionship.

Examples

English: "They wished the newlyweds a lifetime of happiness together."

Chinese: 他们祝愿新婚夫妇白头偕老。