三字经翻译与原文朗读

三字经英译五篇

The ThreeCharacter Classic, also known as San Zi Jing, is a traditional Chinese text used to teach children the basics of Confucian ethics, history, and culture. Each line consists of only three characters, making it easy to memorize. Here are five translations of selected passages from the ThreeCharacter Classic into English.

Human nature at birth is good.

Habit becomes a second nature.

Not learning is not knowing.

Not teaching is abandoning.

Riches and honor are what people seek.

Shame and disgrace are what they fear.

He who is not satisfied is poor.

He who is not contented is in danger.

First, filial piety towards parents.

Second, respect for elders.

Third, love for others.

Fourth, harmony in the family.

When in the company of friends, sincerity prevails.

When in the company of officials, etiquette prevails.

When in the company of the masses, humility prevails.

When in the company of the ignorant, enlightenment prevails.

Learning is like rowing upstream; not to advance is to fall back.

Studying diligently is the root of success.

Industriousness and perseverance lead to accomplishment.

Laziness and idleness lead to failure.

The ThreeCharacter Classic serves as a fundamental educational text in Chinese culture, imparting moral values and societal norms. Translating it into English helps bridge cultural gaps and allows people from different backgrounds to appreciate its timeless wisdom.