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What is the significance of red envelopes (红包) during Chinese New Year?
They symbolize good luck and fortune, and are typically given to children and unmarried adults.
Why is fish (鱼) a popular dish during Chinese New Year?
The Chinese word for fish (鱼 - yú) sounds like the word for abundance or surplus, symbolizing prosperity in the new year.
What is the main activity during the Qingming Festival (清明节)?
Honoring ancestors by visiting and cleaning their graves.
What is celebrated during the Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋节)?
The full moon, symbolizing family reunion and harmony.
What is the story behind the Dragon Boat Festival (端午节)?
It commemorates the death of Qu Yuan, a patriotic poet who drowned himself in protest against corruption.
What is the significance of the Double Seventh Festival (七夕节)?
It celebrates the legend of the Cowherd and Weaver Girl, a romantic tale of forbidden love, and is considered the Chinese Valentine's Day.
What are some key aspects of the Gongfu Tea Ceremony (功夫茶)?
Rinsing the tea leaves and teapot, appreciating the tea's appearance, flavor, and aroma, and serving tea with respect and mindfulness.
What are the basic principles of Fengshui (风水)?
Balancing energy (qi) in a space to promote harmony, health, and prosperity, often involving the five elements (wood, fire, earth, metal, water).
What is the holistic approach of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)?
TCM focuses on balancing the body, mind, and spirit to achieve overall health and well-being, viewing illness as an imbalance in body systems.
How does acupuncture work according to TCM principles?
It involves inserting needles into specific points on the body to stimulate the flow of qi (energy) and promote healing.
What is the role of Chinese herbal medicine in TCM?
Herbs are used to treat various conditions and restore balance in the body, often in conjunction with other TCM practices like acupuncture.
What are the key elements of Chinese calligraphy?
Brushstrokes, black ink on paper or silk, skill, patience, and practice are essential to create artistic writing.
What are the benefits of practicing Chinese martial arts?
Self-defense, fitness, discipline, and spiritual growth.
What is the legend behind Chinese New Year?
The legend of the “年” monster, which is why firecrackers and lanterns are used to scare it away.
How did Chinese tea culture start?
It started in the Han Dynasty, widespread in Tang and Song Dynasties and the Legend of Emperor Shennong discovering tea.
¿Qué significa 'ocio'?
Tiempo libre dedicado a actividades recreativas o de descanso.
¿Qué significa 'bienestar'?
Estado de satisfacción personal y confort físico y mental.
¿Qué significa 'autonomía'?
Capacidad de tomar decisiones y actuar de forma independiente.
¿Qué significa 'vivienda'?
Lugar donde una persona o familia reside.
¿Qué significa 'atención sanitaria'?
Servicios médicos y de salud proporcionados a una persona o comunidad.
¿Qué significa 'estrés'?
Sensación de tensión física o emocional.
¿Qué significa 'calidad de vida'?
El nivel de satisfacción general con la vida, incluyendo factores como la salud, la felicidad y el bienestar.
¿Qué significa 'recursos básicos'?
Elementos esenciales como educación, vivienda, comida y atención médica necesarios para una vida digna.
¿Qué significa 'hábitos saludables'?
Costumbres y prácticas que promueven la salud física y mental.
¿Qué significa 'geografía'?
El estudio de la Tierra y sus características físicas, incluyendo clima, relieve y recursos naturales.
What is the meaning of 'Qualité de vie'?
Everything that contributes to creating conditions to further flourish the individual; these conditions themselves.
What is the meaning of 'Le bonheur'?
Happiness.
What is the meaning of 'Le bien-être'?
Well-being.
What is the meaning of 'La santé'?
Health.
What is the meaning of 'Le confort'?
Comfort.
What is the meaning of 'La satisfaction'?
Satisfaction.
What is the meaning of 'L'épanouissement'?
Fulfillment.
What is the meaning of 'La prospérité'?
Prosperity.
What is the meaning of 'La richesse'?
Wealth.
What is the meaning of 'La tranquillité d'esprit'?
Peace of mind.
What is the meaning of 'L'harmonie'?
Harmony.
What is the meaning of 'La paix intérieure'?
Inner peace.
What is the meaning of 'Le bien-être physique'?
Physical well-being.
What is the meaning of 'Le bien-être mental'?
Mental well-being.
What is the meaning of 'La sérénité'?
Serenity.
What is the meaning of 'La joie'?
Joy.
What is the meaning of 'La félicité'?
Felicity.
What is the meaning of 'La paix'?
Peace.
What is the meaning of 'La sécurité'?
Security.