Definition
福寿 is a compound noun combining 福 (good fortune, blessing) and 寿 (longevity, long life). It's a traditional Chinese cultural concept that appears in auspicious greetings, decorative patterns, and ceremonial contexts — especially during birthdays, the Lunar New Year, or in blessings for elders. You'll often see it in the four-character phrase 福寿双全 ('may you have both good fortune and long life') or on gifts and artwork meant to convey best wishes for a prosperous and healthy old age.
n.
good fortune and longevity (a traditional blessing or wish)
Examples
- 福寿,。Zhù nín fú shòu shuāng quán, jiànkāng kuàilè.Wishing you both good fortune and longevity, health and happiness.
- 福寿。Zhè fú huà shàng huà zhe fú shòu de tú'àn.This painting features a pattern symbolizing good fortune and longevity.
- ,福寿。Lǎorén guò shēngrì shí, dàjiā sòng tā fú shòu tú.When the elderly man celebrated his birthday, everyone gave him a picture of good fortune and longevity.
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