端午節英語資料

端午節英語資料

An Introduction to the Dragon Boat Festival and Its

Translation into Chine

What is the Dragon Boat Festival?

The Dragon Boat Festival (simplified Chine: 端午節; traditional Chine: 端午節; pinyin: Duānwǔ Jié) is a

The Dragon Boat Festival is celebrated in different ways across China and other parts of Asia, but some

common activities include:

Participating in or watching dragon boat races: Dragon boats are long and narrow boats decorated with

dragon heads and tails. They are rowed by teams of paddlers who follow the rhythm of drums and gongs.

The races are held on rivers, lakes, or as, and are accompanied by cheering crowds and festive

atmosphere. The races are not only a sport but also a way of expressing respect for Qu Yuan and other

ancestors.

Eating zongzi: Zongzi are glutinous rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo or reed leaves. They can be filled

with various ingredients such as meat, beans, nuts, dates, or eggs. They are cooked by steaming or

boiling and are eaten as a snack or a meal. Zongzi are not only a tribute to Qu Yuan but also a symbol of

unity and harmony among people.

Other activities: Depending on the region and tradition, people may also do other things such as visiting

temples, making offerings to gods and ancestors, wearing or displaying dragon-related items, reading or

這些習慣包括在門窗上掛艾葉和菖蒲，佩戴香囊或彩線，飲雄黃酒（一種摻有黃色礦物的酒精飲料），沐浴藥

水，用泥土或面團做雞蛋形狀的小人。這些物品被認為有藥用或魔法的作用，可以保護人們免受傷害。