千里迢迢

Произношение: qiān lǐ tiáo tiáo Буквальное значение: A thousand miles distant

Происхождение и использование

This idiom describes a thousand (千) miles (里) being distant (迢迢). The doubled 迢 emphasizes the remoteness and length of the journey. The phrase captures the effort of traveling great distances. Modern usage describes coming from far away, emphasizing the dedication shown by traveling long distances for a purpose, whether visiting loved ones or pursuing goals.

Примеры

Английский: "She traveled from far away to attend her friend's wedding."

Китайский: 她千里迢迢赶来参加朋友的婚礼。