EPISODE · Apr 28, 2026 · 2 MIN
花言巧语 (huā yán qiǎo yǔ)
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📖 Today's 成语: 花言巧语 (huā yán qiǎo yǔ) Meaning: Flowery speech and cunning words (Sweet talk) Summary: 花言巧语 (huā yán qiǎo yǔ) is a derogatory idiom used to describe 'smooth talk' or 'empty rhetoric' intended to deceive. It is commonly used to criticize the tactics of scammers, unfaithful partners, or anyone who uses flowery language to hide their true intentions. Unlike similar terms that might describe simple flattery, this idiom carries a strong nuance of manipulation and untrustworthiness. Read the full transcript with multilingual translations, meaning/usage notes, examples, and cultural context:花言巧语 (huā yán qiǎo yǔ) | 每天成语
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📖 Today's 成语: 花言巧语 (huā yán qiǎo yǔ) Meaning: Flowery speech and cunning words (Sweet talk) Summary: 花言巧语 (huā yán qiǎo yǔ) is a derogatory idiom used to describe 'smooth talk' or 'empty rhetoric' intended to deceive. It is commonly used to criticize the tactics of scammers, unfaithful partners, or anyone who uses flowery language to hide their true intentions. Unlike similar terms that might describe simple flattery, this idiom carries a strong nuance of manipulation and untrustworthiness....
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