A classical Chinese line for “Happy new year”

Amid the sound of firecrackers, the old year departs; the spring wind carries warmth into the tu su wine.

Plain meaningThe old year gives way to warmth and renewal.

Like one rising on tiptoe, like an arrow set straight, like a bird spreading its wings, like a pheasant in flight—the noble lord ascends it.

Plain meaningMay the new home rise beautifully and become a place of flourishing.

The peach tree is young and lovely, its blossoms bright. This young woman goes to her marriage; may she bring harmony to her household.

Plain meaningMay the marriage be joyful and the new home flourish.

Proud in the spring wind, my horse's hooves fly; in one day I see all the flowers of Chang'an.

Plain meaningThe exhilaration of finally succeeding after hard work.

If you can renew yourself in one day, renew yourself each day, and renew yourself again.

Plain meaningKeep becoming new through daily improvement.

When the great roc rises with the wind, it soars ninety thousand li.

Plain meaningA great ambition can rise with the right moment.