The Vocabulary of Support

Cheng ren zhi mei (成人之美) To help others achieve what is good for them. From the Analects: “The gentleman helps others achieve what is good in them, and not what is bad. The petty man does the opposite.”

Peng chang (捧场) To hold up the stage. Originally, to go to the theater to cheer for a performer. Today, to show up and support someone’s event.

Tai jiaozi (抬轿子) To carry someone’s sedan chair. To flatter someone. Also, to help a newcomer rise.

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