Three minutes to talk about culture
In daily life, we often encounter some things that cannot be completed as expected, and we often use the word "yellow" to describe them. But what is the origin of the word?What is the historical and cultural background behind it?This article will attempt to explore the mystery behind this term.
The term "yellow" first appeared in China during the Ming and Qing dynasties, when it was mainly used to describe a failure or bankruptcy. And "yellow" has a rich meaning in Chinese, it can refer to yellow, but also to mean withering, withering and other meanings. Therefore, "yellow" can be understood as something that has become withered and lost its vitality.
Over time, the term "yellow" has been used in a variety of ways. In modern Chinese, it is not only limited to describing career failures, but can also be used to describe failures, failures, or failure to achieve goals in various situations. At the same time, "yellow" can also be used as a verb to indicate that something has failed or cannot be done.
Regarding the origin of the word "yellow", there is a saying that it is based on traditional Chinese culture. In ancient China, yellow was regarded as a royal color, representing nobility and dignity. However, over time, the status of yellow gradually declined, and it was associated with meanings such as poverty and vulgarity. Therefore, the word "yellow" may be related to this, indicating that things have become vulgar, worthless, or have lost their original noble meaning.
In addition, some scholars believe that the word "yellow" may be related to China's agricultural culture. In ancient China, yellow was the color of the land and represented abundant harvest and prosperity. However, if the crops wither and wither, then it means that the harvest is not good or has failed. Therefore, the word "yellow" may also be used to indicate that things have failed or that they have not been able to achieve their desired goals. In terms of marriage, "yellow" has a similar meaning. If a marriage doesn't work out, people say it's "yellow."
To sum up, the origin of the term "Huanglao" is multifaceted, it is not only related to China's traditional culture and agricultural culture, but also constantly evolving with the development of the times. Nowadays, "huanglao" has become one of the commonly used words in modern Chinese, and its meaning and application range are constantly expanding. Whether it is to describe the failure of the career or the other unsatisfactory in life, you can use "yellow" to express your emotions and experiences.