西施 (Xī Shī)
Xī Shī
West Beauty
Meaning & Cultural Context
One of the Four Beauties of ancient China, a legendary woman from the Spring and Autumn period whose beauty allegedly caused the downfall of a kingdom.
📖Cultural Background
西施 (Xī Shī) means 'western lady.' She is the first of the Four Beauties and the archetype of beauty that topples kingdoms (倾国倾城).
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What does the Chinese name 西施 (Xī Shī) mean?
西施 (Xī Shī) means "West Beauty" in Chinese. One of the Four Beauties of ancient China, a legendary woman from the Spring and Autumn period whose beauty allegedly caused the downfall of a kingdom.
How do you pronounce 西施 in Chinese?
西施 is pronounced "Xī Shī" in Mandarin Chinese. Practice each syllable's tone carefully for accurate pronunciation.
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