Definition
享清福 is a separable verb-object idiom (离合词) meaning 'to enjoy a peaceful, comfortable life with no worries or burdens.' The 享 can be separated from 清福 by aspect markers or measure words, e.g. 享了几天清福 ('enjoyed a few days of leisure'). The concept of 清福 ('pure/clean blessings') contrasts with 洪福 ('great/rich blessings') — 清福 emphasizes ease and tranquility over material wealth. It's often used about retirees or people who have finished hard work.
v.o.
to enjoy a carefreecomfortable lifeto live in peace and ease
Examples
- 享清福。Tuìxiū yǐhòu tā jiù zài jiā xiǎng qīng fú le.After retiring, he stayed at home enjoying a life of ease.
- ，。Hǎo bù róngyì máng wán le, zǒngsuàn kěyǐ xiǎng jǐ tiān qīng fú le.After finally finishing the busy work, at last I can enjoy a few days of leisure.
- ，享清福。Háizimen dōu chéngjiā le, lǎo liǎngkǒu zhōngyú néng xiǎng qīng fú le.The children have all married, and the old couple can finally enjoy a peaceful life.
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