Culture-四世同堂 (sì shì tóng táng)
四世同堂 (sì shì tóng táng)
This expression describes four generations under one roof, including parents, sons and daughters-in-law, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
audio
- Members in the traditional family live in harmony with each other.
- The young should be respectful and filial to the elder members.
It is reasonable that parents should bring up their children. In return, parents can enjoy support and care from their children when they are older instead of living in home for the elderly.
Nowadays it is not uncommon for old people to live in home for the elderly. However, it is hard for the senior to accept this new pratice in small cities.
How about your country? The senior prefer living in home for the elderly or with their children? Why? Welcome to share it with us.
Learn Chinese: Introduction to Chinese Conversation
Learn Chinese: Introduction to Chinese Conversation
Reach your personal and professional goals
Unlock access to hundreds of expert online courses and degrees from top universities and educators to gain accredited qualifications and professional CV-building certificates.
Join over 18 million learners to launch, switch or build upon your career, all at your own pace, across a wide range of topic areas.
