Would Chinese Idioms be a good way for us to exchange language lessons?
Thank you for your replies. However, my views contrast from most of you. There are many proverbs that are simple and common, such as “大同小异” ,“各有千秋”, “古色古香”,“一摸一样”，等... While it does take a bit of thinking, its meanings can surely be interpreted into English (or whichever language) without being a Rocket Scientist. Moreover, a number of you indeed were able to interpret “按部就班” from my previous question. Personally, I find this rather fun, challenging, and a good form of exercise for both language partners. At the same time it also serves as a good way to think outside the box, and hopefully encourage native Chinese speakers to find similar “sayings” in English such as, “To turn over a new leaf” – “改过自新.”

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Would Chinese Idioms be a good way for us to exchange language lessons?
Thank you for your replies.  However, my views contrast from most of you. There are many proverbs that are simple and common, such as “大同小异” ,“各有千秋”, “古色古香”,“一摸一样”，等...  While it does take a bit of thinking, its meanings can surely be interpreted into English (or whichever language) without being a Rocket Scientist. Moreover, a number of you indeed were able to interpret “按部就班” from my previous question.  Personally, I find this rather fun, challenging, and a good form of exercise for both language partners. At the same time it also serves as a good way to think outside the box, and hopefully encourage native Chinese speakers to find similar “sayings” in English such as, “To turn over a new leaf” – “改过自新.”

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Hehe~
I think your unique method  of practice must work even if it is probably hard to many learners.
It is interesting to use idioms as learing materials, it will get you exposed to more vivid Chinese culture and unfold a new splendid  world for  you . 
Idioms are  colorful and significant combinations of various Chinese characters ,not only for the structure of the expression ,but slao for fairy tales (愚公移山),historical story（完璧归赵）,proverbs（骄兵必败） and  more included.
If foreigners use them in their communication with native speakers,they may gain lots of  praise for their diligence and intelligence.
If  you  are interested in Chinese culture  and willing to learn ,it will bring your a wealth  of happiness with your enough efforts.

Dear charlie , please help me to correct these sentence , make them smooth and coherent.
I am a top student in Chinese from childhood ,I hope I can be your loyal helper in Chinese .

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It is not a good idea. Chinese Idioms whose meaning are diificult and sometimes impossible to guess by just looking at the words in that phrase.

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To be honest, i don't think so.... The chinese idiom is like advanced chinese. It decorates the articles you write. But it is not so much useful and practical for oral language. Focusing on daily conversation and communication and learning those idioms bit by bit, for me, seems a better way to learn chinese.

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you must konw the culture first, so you can know the meaning idioms

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Why not give it a try Charlie and see what happens. Let's be optimistic.

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