魂牵梦萦(魂牽夢縈)
魂牵梦萦 (hún qiān mèng yíng) literally means “soul pulled, dreams haunted”and expresses “yearn day and night”.This idiom is used when describing situations involving relationships & character.
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Pronunciation: hún qiān mèng yíng Literal meaning: Soul pulled, dreams haunted
Origin & Usage
This idiom describes the soul (魂) being pulled (牵) and dreams (梦) being haunted (萦). It depicts longing so intense it occupies both waking and sleeping thoughts. The phrase captures obsessive yearning. Modern usage describes missing someone or something so deeply that thoughts of them pervade consciousness - the homesick, the lovesick, anyone consumed by longing.
When to Use
Situation: Her homeland remained constantly in her thoughts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 魂牵梦萦 mean in English?
魂牵梦萦 (hún qiān mèng yíng) literally translates to “Soul pulled, dreams haunted”and is used to express “Yearn day and night”. This Chinese idiom belongs to theRelationships & Character category..
When is 魂牵梦萦 used?
Situation: Her homeland remained constantly in her thoughts.
What is the pinyin for 魂牵梦萦?
The pinyin pronunciation for 魂牵梦萦 is “hún qiān mèng yíng”.