Definition
热气腾腾 is a four-character idiom that paints the image of steam rising vigorously. It literally describes piping-hot food, and figuratively refers to a scene buzzing with energy and activity, such as a busy market or a festive square.
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piping hot (of food)(of an atmosphere) seething with activitybustling
Examples
- ，热气腾腾，。Zhè wǎn miàn gāng chū guō, rè qì téng téng de, kuài chī ba.This bowl of noodles just came out of the pot, it's piping hot — eat up.
- 热气腾腾，。Gōngdì shàng rè qì téng téng, gōngrénmen dōu zài jǐnzhāng de gōngzuò.The construction site is bustling with activity, and the workers are all busy.
- ，热气腾腾，。Jié rì guǎngchǎng shàng rén shān rén hǎi, rè qì téng téng de, chōngmǎn huān shēng xiào yǔ.The festive square is packed with people, bustling with energy and filled with laughter.
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