Definition
锦绣前程 is a four-character idiom (chengyu) meaning 'glorious future' or 'bright prospects'. The literal imagery is 'brocade and embroidery' — symbols of splendor and beauty — combined with 'future'. You can use it to wish someone a very successful and promising future, often in formal or congratulatory contexts.
f.e.
glorious futurebright prospects
Examples
- 锦绣前程，！Zhù nǐ jǐn xiù qián chéng, shìyè yǒu chéng!Wishing you a glorious future and success in your career!
- 锦绣前程。Tā xiāngxìn tōngguò nǔlì yídìng néng kāichuàng jǐn xiù qián chéng.He believes that through hard work he can definitely create a bright future.
- ，锦绣前程。Bìyè diǎnlǐ shàng, xiàozhǎng zhù dàjiā jǐn xiù qián chéng.At the graduation ceremony, the principal wished everyone a glorious future.
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