Idiom
Pinyin
Meaning
Action
柴米油盐
chái mǐ yóu yán
Basic necessities of life like firewood, rice, oil and salt. Refers to daily life matters.
衣食住行
yī shí zhù xíng
The basic necessities of life: clothing, food, housing and transportation.
安居乐业
ān jū lè yè
Living peacefully and working happily. Describes a stable and happy life.
鸡犬相闻
jī quǎn xiāng wén
Describes neighboring villages being close enough to hear each other's roosters and dogs, also symbolizes peaceful and harmonious life.
灯红酒绿
dēng hóng jiǔ lǜ
Describes luxurious and extravagant social life, often referring to nightlife and entertainment.