Two-part allegorical saying is composed of two parts: the former part acts as an introduction, like a riddle, and the latter part acts as a background, like a riddle, which is very natural and appropriate. In a certain language environment, you can understand and guess the original intention by saying the first half sentence and "resting" the second half sentence, so it is called two-part allegorical saying.
Han civilization has a long history. Precipitate, refine and condense the vicissitudes of history into a wonderful Chinese language art, in which two-part allegorical sayings have their unique expressive power. Give people profound thinking and enlightenment, spread through the ages. It reflects the unique customs, traditions and national culture of the Chinese nation, tastes life, understands philosophy and improves wisdom.
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Classification of xiehouyu
1, homophonic. For example:
Buried an empty coffin-there was no one in the eye (tomb).
This kind of two-part allegorical saying is homophonic with homophones or near homophones, which leads to another meaning from the original meaning. Seeing this kind of two-part allegorical saying, it often takes several turns to suddenly realize, which is more interesting. Some books classify it as "pun", which is also reasonable.
2. metaphor. For example:
Moving wood in the alley-just ahead.
This kind of two-part allegorical saying is an analogy to objective or imaginary things. If we understand the characteristics and situation of the contrast ratio, we can naturally understand the "mystery" in the second half.
3. metaphor. For example:
Cow's shoulders and feet-irresponsible.
This kind of two-part allegorical saying is to use some or some objects and animals as examples. If you understand the essence of Bushby, you can understand its meaning.