Kim Yong-nam (1928-), North Korean politician, foreign minister 1983-1998, president of the Supreme People's Assembly 1998-2019 (nominal head of state and described as deputy leader)
(idiom) Originally, it described movements that followed the rules or elements that matched perfectly. It later came to describe imitation or mechanical repetition.
(idiom) Originally, the expression described vigorous and martial dance movements. By extension, it refers to an energetic and ambitious determination to make progress.
(idiom) Originally, the expression described He Yan, whose face was so white that he seemed to be wearing powder. It later came to refer generally to a handsome man.
(idiom) A carriage drawn by four horses and fitted with a high canopy. In former times, it described the lavish display of high officials and eminent persons.
(idiom) Originally, it described writing with deeply meaningful content / it later came to describe someone exceptionally loyal and devoted to righteous friendship.
(idiom) To possess both refinement and courage. In old novels, the expression often described a talented scholar capable of excelling with both the pen and the sword.
(idiom) Originally, this described Confucius and Mozi traveling constantly: they never stayed long enough to warm their mats or blacken their stove flues.
(idiom) Originally described a heart that was detached and devoid of feeling. It now also describes someone utterly dispirited or an extremely cold attitude.
(idiom) With a swallow-like chin and a tiger-like neck. In old usage, it described the noble appearance of a ruler or the imposing features of a military commander.
(idiom) Originally, it described flowers and trees battered by wind and rain. Figuratively, it refers to the persecution of the weak or to severe trials.
(idiom) Originally, to drive fish into deep waters and birds into the thickets / it described tyrannical rule that drove the people to flee to other states.
(idiom) To remain unchanged in one’s devotion until death. It first described absolute romantic fidelity and now also refers to unwavering loyalty or resolve.
(idiom) In former times, it described an official who retained an elevated, detached spirit despite holding office. It suggests a relaxed and self-possessed manner.
(idiom) Originally, the expression described He Yan’s complexion as so fair that he seemed to be wearing powder. It later came to refer to a handsome man.
(idiom) Originally described calligraphy with free and graceful strokes. It later came to refer to separated spouses or a scholar facing hardship and frustration.
(idiom) Originally, the expression described a virtuous ruler around whom the people gathered. It also refers to someone respected and supported by everyone.
(idiom) Originally, it described a country whose borders were protected on all sides by strategically advantageous terrain, easy to defend and hard to attack.
(idiom) In former usage, it described a talented man or graceful woman as delicate and prone to illness. It is equivalent to “melancholy and often ill.”
(idiom) To act with the impartiality of Heaven, Earth, the sun, and the moon. In former times, it described a ruler who placed the common good above personal interests.
(idiom) It originally described a profusion of scenery that one had no time to admire. It now mainly refers to too many people or matters to deal with effectively.
(idiom) Originally described someone who was both refined and plain-hearted / by extension, it describes a person who is cultured, refined, and courteous.
(idiom) Originally described speaking or acting in an orderly, unhurried way. It is now also used to describe moving or doing things excessively slowly.
(idiom) Originally described speaking or acting in an orderly, unhurried way. It is now also used to describe moving or doing things excessively slowly.
(idiom) Originally, the expression described a small child raising both hands to reach his or her parents. It later came to describe a laughing or smiling appearance.
(idiom) To beat one's chest, stamp one's feet, and cry out in grief. In older usage, it mainly described children's mourning at the death of their parents.
(idiom) To cut off one’s hair and request permission to go into battle. In former times, it described soldiers eager to set out and full of fighting spirit.
(idiom) In traditional physiognomy, it refers to a raised forehead known as the dragon court. It described an appearance regarded as an imperial sign of nobility.
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