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中美节日差异英文
篇一：中美节日对比与研究
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中美节日对比与研究
作者：王岩嵘
来源：《中国校外教育·综合(上旬)》20XX年第03期
中国和美国的节日有着比较明显的差异。中国的节日主要源于农耕文明，美国的节日主要源于宗教及相关事件。通过对中国的清明节和美国的万圣节在起源、习俗和内涵方面的对比研究，旨在帮助我们更加深刻地认识中国文化，同时更加客观地了解美国文化，从而提高我们跨文化交际的效率。
中美节日习俗内涵
一、节日的概念和作用
节日是人们日常生活中值得纪念的重要日子，除了传统的庆祝活动外，节日也被赋予了更多的文化内涵。世界各地区各民族都有自己的节日。一些节日源于传统习俗，如中国的春节、中秋节、清明节等。有的节日源于宗教，如基督教
国家的圣诞节、感恩节、万圣节等。作为文化的载体，节日的庆祝方式和内涵都在随着时间的推移悄悄变化，而世界各国、各民族间的文化融合和交流，也因为节日而变得更加频繁和便捷。
二、清明节和万圣节的起源、习俗及意义
1.清明节
清明节是中国民间重要的传统节日之一，一般是在公历的四月五日。清明节源于春秋战国时代，是我国汉族的传统节日之一。这时冬天已去，春意盎然，大自然处处显示出勃勃生机。无论是自然界还是人类，都在此时远离冬日的寒浊，迎来温暖的春日。清明节据传始于古代帝王将相“墓祭”之礼，后来民间亦相仿效，于此日祭祖扫墓，历代沿袭而成为中华民族一种固定的风俗。
清明节的习俗非常的丰富有趣。在这一天，人们最重要的活动就是扫墓，表达对祖先和已故亲人的缅怀之情。同时，因为清明节也被称为“寒食节”，所以这一天要禁火，为了减少寒食冷餐对身体健康带来的不利影响，所以大家还要一起参加一些体育活动。傍晚以前，要在大门前洒一条灰线，据说可以阻止鬼魂进宅。
因此，清明节通过对祖先和亡人的追思和缅怀，教育人们要珍视和尊重生命，引发人们对人生价值和意义的思考，同时又充满了踏青游玩的欢笑之声，强健体魄，增进家人之
间的感情。正是这特殊的形式和重要的意义，使得清明节成为了中国最富有特色的重要传统节日之一。
2.万圣节
篇二：中美节日的差异
中美节日的差异
摘要：每个国家都有自己的传统节日，这些传统节日是国家文化底蕴的体现，美国和中国不同的传统节日体现了中美之间的文化差异。
关键字：中国，美国，传统节日，文化差异
正文：节日通常有其特殊的文化背景,节日的仪式也有其特殊的意(:中美节日差异英文)义。每个国家都有自己的传统节日，这些传统节日是国家文化底蕴的体现，美国和中国不同的传统节日体现了中美之间的文化差异。美国的传统节日主要有元旦、复活节、万圣节、感恩节和圣诞节，中国的传统节日主要有春节、元宵节、清明节、端午节和重阳节。
按照传统习惯的不同,中美庆祝节日的方式也不同。按照时间先后,主要节日有：
1月1日元旦newYearsDay：在西方国家，尽管圣诞节才是最大的节日，新年在人们心目中仍占有不可替代的重要地位。在newYearsDay，晚会是庆祝新年到来必不可少的活动。西方各国的人们都喜欢在欢快的乐曲和绚丽的光彩中喜气洋洋地度过一年的最后一个夜晚。此时，化装晚会特别受
欢迎。来宾们把尊严和谨慎藏在面具之后，打扮得稀奇古怪。大家无拘无束，尽情玩乐，与平日的行为大相径庭。在英美两国，午夜钟声一响，参加晚会的人们还要手拉手高唱"友谊地久天长"这首著名的苏格兰民歌。与之相对应的中国传统节日是除夕夜。除夕夜：通常过年前的前一天，人们会张灯结彩，贴对联，等到了晚上，也就是旧年的腊月三十夜，也叫除夕，又叫团圆夜，在这新交替的时候，守岁是最重要的年俗活动之一，除夕晚上，全家老小都一起熬年守岁，欢聚酣饮，共享天伦之乐，北方地区在除夕有吃饺子的习俗，饺子的作法是先和面，和字就是合；饺子的饺和交谐音，合和交有相聚之意，又取更岁交子之意。在南方有过年吃年糕的习惯，甜甜的粘粘的年糕，象征新一年生活甜蜜蜜，步步高。过完除夕夜就会迎来春节，春节(springFestival)中国民间最隆重传统节日。在夏历正月初一，又叫阴历年，俗称“过年”、“新年”。春节的历史很悠久，它起源于殷商时期年头岁尾的祭神祭祖活动。按照我国农历，正月初一古称元日、元辰、元正、元朔、元旦等，俗称年初一，到了民国时期，改用公历，公历的一月一日称为元旦，把农历的一月一日叫春节。春节是个欢乐祥和的节日，也是亲人团聚的日子，离家在外的孩子在过春节时都要回家欢聚。待第一声鸡啼响起，或是新年的钟声敲过，街上鞭炮齐鸣，响声此起彼伏，家家喜气洋洋，新的一年开始了，男女老少都穿着
节日盛装，先给家族中的长者拜年祝寿，节中还有给儿童压岁钱，吃团年饭，初二、三就开始走亲戚看朋友，相互拜年，道贺祝福，说些恭贺新喜、恭喜发财、恭喜、过年好等话，祭祖等活动。中国春节的重要性与美国的圣诞节有一拼。
圣诞节：圣诞节是欧美国家一年中最重要的节日。它原本是耶稣基督（Jesuschrist）诞辰纪念日，如今已成为西
方国家全民性的节日，颇似中国的春节。圣诞节定于每年12月25日，而圣诞节节期（christmasseason）往往持续二周。这段时期里，雪片般的贺卡飞往世界各地，电话线、通讯网频繁地传递人们的祝福和问候；大街小巷粉饰一新，商店橱窗前大减价、大拍卖的广告格外醒目；到处可见人们拎着大包小包的节日用品匆匆而过，到处可听见欢快的歌声和笑声。车站、机场里此时挤满了盼望回家的人群，因为圣诞节也是家人团聚的日子。无论外出多远，人们都会想方设法赶回家与亲人团聚。虽然在圣诞节这天美国小孩不能像中国小孩过春节那样从长辈那里得到压岁钱，但是他们会得到圣诞老人送出的礼物（那些礼物其实是父母送的）。过完春节紧接着
是元宵节。
元宵节：每年农历的正月十五，春节刚过，迎来的就是中国的传统节日——元宵节。正月是农历的元月，古人称夜为“宵”，所以称正月十五为“元宵节”。正月十五日是一年中第一个月圆之夜，也是一元复始，大地回春的夜晚，人们
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The comparison between Chinese and Western festivals 中西方节日文化的差异比较 Abstract: the process of comparing the Chinese and Western festivals and studying Western histories and cultures can help people promote the communication and understanding of different cultures. With the further development of society and inter-cultures, globalization will affect many aspects of life in all countries. And western festivals are becoming more and more popular in China. We should respect them and select the essence. China boasts a brilliant history and splendid traditions. In modern times, Chinese tradition should be preserved and promoted. But it seems that young people no longer treasure the tradition. On the contrary, they turn to pursue enthusiastically a seemingly more modern culture. If this trend is allowed to continue, the priceless heritage of our ancestors will be replaced by western traditions. Nobody expects such a consequence. So let’s join hand in hand to protect and carry forward Chinese tradition. Key words: Traditional festivals; Chinese and Western cultures; difference; globalization Introduction: “A holiday of a nation represents a glorious culture and concentrated customs of a nation.” To understand a nation's
中西方节日文化差异比较 传统的民族节日形成是一个民族的历史文化的长期积淀。节日的由来原因与人们的生活有密切的联系, 它体现了人民丰富的情感 世界, 寄托了人民对生活的热爱。有这样一句名言: “每个民族的每个节日, 正是反映这个民族文化最真实的一面”。可见, 要了解一个民族的文化底蕴, 必须从他们的传统节日入手, 才能了解到他们的 文化特色与民族特点。 一、中西节日的起源与形成差异 中国长期以来处于封建自给自足的农业社会和自然经济中, 其传统 节日具有浓厚的农业色彩,包含了农耕文明的社会特征, 主要是从岁时节令转换而来的。我国古代长期以农为本, 在生产力和农业技术不发达的情况下, 十分重视气候对农作物的影响。在春种、夏长、秋收、冬藏的过程中认识了自然时序的复杂规律, 总结出四时、二十四节气,形成了以节日为主的传统节日。勤劳的中国人民为了更好地生存, 必须大力发展农业, 而农业的发展离不开天气的关照。古人云“春雨贵如油”、“清明忙种麦, 谷雨种大田”。在古代, 春节、清明节( 古代称三月节) 等都是重要的农事节日。 西方文化由于长久受基督教的影响, 其传统节日起源带有浓厚的宗 教色彩, 如情人节( 纪念名叫瓦丁的基督教殉难者) 、复活节( 基督教纪念耶稣复活) 、万圣节( 纪念教会所有圣人) 、圣诞节( 基督教纪念耶稣诞生) , 这些节日的起源大多与宗教有关系。当然, 西方节日中也有和农业有关的节日, 但他们以农业为主的节日的历史不如
中国漫长。 二、中西节日庆祝方式差异 中国的传统节日, 基本是封建社会时期形成的, 不可避免地留下封建社会的痕迹: 等级制、家族式, 节日无不以家族内部活动为中心。西方的传统节日就不同了, 更多的是表现出人们的互动性、集体性和狂欢性, 以自我为中心, 崇尚个性张扬。这与中国节日的家族性恰好相反, 体现了西方文化的群体性, 反映了人们渴望互相交流、群体参与的愿望,体现了人人平等、自由表现自我的特点。这里试举两例说明。 ( 1) 春节与新年。作为新一年的开始, 中西方有着极大差异的庆祝方式。春节作为中国最重要的传统节日, 源于秦朝, 定于每年农历的一月一日, 从农历12月23日开始, 人民开始开展各种庆祝方式, 一直持续到元宵节。春节的习俗繁多, 如大扫除、吃团圆饭拜年、放鞭炮, 舞狮子等。总之, 不论是大街小巷, 都笼罩着一股浓浓的喜庆气氛。而西方, 他们崇尚的是过公历新年, 即元旦。相比之下他们过年的方式就浪漫多了, 在12月31日晚, 各地区的人民涌上街道,进行盛大的狂欢, 到了深夜接近零时时, 数十万人会聚集于一起, 诚心地祈祷, 为新的一年的到来倒计时。当大钟敲响12下, 顿时, 优美的乐曲奏响, 揭开了华丽舞会的序幕, 人们通宵达旦地庆祝。 可见, 春节与新年各有千秋: 春节, 充满浓厚的传统气息和独有的魅力; 新年, 体现时代的气息和潮流的感觉, 更贴近现代生活。( 2) 万圣节与中元节。万圣节作为西方的重要节日之一, 颇受人民
西方传统节日英文介绍，中英对照节日简介 了解西方文化的时候，无论是通过网络或者书籍，我们都习惯看中文译本。其实一门语言一旦被翻译，很多意思都会产生偏差，真正想了解一个东西，最好是通过原文来理解。西方节日在中国传播发展，关于西方节日的介绍大家有没有了解呢？下面，一起来看看中英文对照版本的西方节日介绍，是不是跟你所知道的一样呢？ 1、复活节Easter Easter is a time of springtime festivals. In Christian countries Easter is celebrated as the religious holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the son of God. But the celebrations of Easter have many customs and legends that are pagan in origin and have nothing to do with Christianity. Traditions associated with the festival survive in the Easter rabbit, a symbol of fertility, and in colored Easter eggs, originally painted with bright colors to represent the sunlight of spring, and used in Easter-egg rolling contests or given as gifts. 复活节是春季的节日。在信基督教的国家里，复活节是为纪念基督耶稣的复活而举行的宗教节日。但是复活节有许多习俗和传说的由来都是非宗教的，它们与基督教没有任何关系。与节日密切联系的一些传统有象复活节的野兔，它是作为繁殖生长的象征；还有复活节的彩蛋。最先是被绘以鲜亮的颜色来代表春天的阳光。这些彩蛋还可以用来玩滚彩蛋游戏比赛，或作为小礼物送人。 2、感恩节Thanksgiving The first American Thanksgiving was celebrated in 1621, to commemorate the harvest reaped by the Plymouth Colony after a harsh winter. In that year Governor William Bradford proclaimed a day of thanksgiving. The colonists celebrated it as a traditional English harvest feast, to which they invited the local Wampanoag Indians. Days of thanksgiving were celebrated throughout the colonies after fall harvests. All thirteen colonies did not, however, celebrate Thanksgiving at the same time until October 1777. George Washington was the first president to declare the holiday, in 1789. 第一个美国人庆贺的感恩节在1621年，为了纪念普利茅斯殖民地的人民在经过一个歉收荒芜的冬季后迎来丰收。在那一年，州长William Bradford宣布那天作为感恩节。殖民者把它当成传统的英国丰收节日来庆贺，在当天，他们还邀请当地的印地安的万泊诺亚格人。感恩的节日延续了整个秋季的收获季节，但其他的十三个殖民地没有庆贺这个节日，直到1777年10月。乔治-华盛顿在1789年宣布把它定为节日，他也是第一位宣布感恩节的总统。 3、情人节Valentine's Day The history of Valentine's Day -- and its patron saint -- is shrouded in mystery. But we do know that February has long been a month of romance. St. Valentine's Day, as we know it today, contains vestiges of both Christian and ancient Roman tradition. So, who was Saint Valentine and how did he become associated with this ancient
Second English papers Each nation has its own characteristic festivals that reflect the culture of itself、In China, as our country and western countries become increasingly closer, more and more chinese accept western culture、 However, some western festivals sometimes even more popular than traditional festivals, foreign cultural’s influence should not be underestimated、The main The main group of celebrating western festivals is youth group which takes students as the main force、People celebrate festivals such as Valentine's day, mother's day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day、In fact, because of the Chinese way of thinking, western holidays in China is just popular for Christmas and Valentine's day, not all western holidays attract people's attention、According to a survey of Central China Normal University, many college students know the existence of western festivals, but little of them know about their cultural connotations、In addition to Christmas, respondents who know other western festivals’meaning are less than 10%、Referring to the way to celebrating, in General, during the Festival, people send gifts such as flowers and greeting cards、They sing with friends, and bless or send
中西节日文化差异英文 Revised by Liu Jing on January 12, 2021
The comparison between Chinese and Western festivals 中西方节日文化的差异比较 Abstract: the process of comparing the Chinese and Western festivals and studying Western histories and cultures can help people promote the communication and understanding of different cultures. With the further development of society and inter-cultures, globalization will affect many aspects of life in all countries. And western festivals are becoming more and more popular in China. We should respect them and select the essence. China boasts a brilliant history and splendid traditions. In modern times, Chinese tradition should be preserved and promoted. But it seems that young people no longer treasure the tradition. On the contrary, they turn to pursue enthusiastically a seemingly more modern culture. If this trend is allowed to continue, the priceless heritage of our ancestors will be replaced by western traditions. Nobody expects such a consequence. So let’s join hand in hand to protect and carry forward Chinese tradition. Key words: Traditional festivals; Chinese and Western cultures; difference; globalization Introduction: “A holiday of a nation represents a glorious culture and concentrated customs of a nation.” To understand a nation's
Improper expressions: 1.Spring Festival 2.For there is a long time …, we have to… 3.This phenomenon results in the doubt that whether Christmas will replace… 4.traditional festivals should be paid more attention than foreign festivals. 5.We exchange…, which results in more and more people get interested in foreign festivals. 6.The question that whether Christmas will replace the Spring Festival leads to a heated discussion in society. 7.There are many people in the western countries celebrate the Spring Festival. Proper and good expressions: 1.With the tendency towards globalization 2.the Spring Festival should be passed on from generation to generation 3.It seems that some traditional festivals like the Spring Festival are gradually overshadowed By Christmas. 4.Globalization has encouraged the popularity of Christmas in Chinese. 5.The Spring Festival is an apparent symbol of Chinese culture which is engraved in every Chinese’s mind. 6.cultural heritage 7.Learning their culture is a must…. We learn English in order to make more people learn Chinese. 8.festival celebrating has been globalized 9.Some people suspect that the obsession with Christmas will lead us to neglect another traditional festival--- the Spring Festival. 10.Observing Christmas doesn’t mean abandoning the Spring Festival. 11.the Spring Festival is more than a festival 12.an exotic festival 13.Chinese are celebrating some western festivals, and vice versa. 14.some most celebrated festivals in our country are the essence of our long history and rich culture. 15.Currently, the word “Christmas” has evolved into a symbol of happiness and gifts. 16.people tend to have an increasing liking for observing western festivals 17.in the circumstances of globalization Modal In the course of globalization, western culture has flooded into China at an almost non-stop rate. Along with it come western festivals, the most influential of which is Christmas. As a result of this “culture invasion”, more and more Chinese people, particularly the youth, are abandoning traditional Chinese festivals. There is even a prediction that the Spring Festival will ultimately be replaced by Christmas. However, personally I’m not in favor of this statement, as the Spring Festival is a kind of cultural heritage serving as a spiritual legacy for all of us to cling to, regardless of any hindrance. First of all, observing Christmas does not mean that the Spring Festival can be neglected. The Spring Festival has its roots in Chinese history, from which it requires its identity and meaning irreplaceable by Christmas. As Christmas stemmed from Western civilization, it can’t easily fit in
如何用英语介绍传统节日 【写作任务】 假设你是李华，你的英国朋友John想了解中国的春节，请你给他写一封电子邮件介绍这一节日。 注意：1. 词数120左右（开头和结尾已给出，但不计入总词数）；2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 参考词汇：阴历的lunar 春联red couplets 鞭炮firecrackers 压岁钱gift money Dear John, __________________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ Best wishes. Yours, Li Hua 【写作指导】 一、审题定调 本写作要求介绍中国的春节，属于说明文。介绍节日时，要注意介绍该节日的特色活动或描述该节日的主要特征。人称常用第三人称，时态以一般现在时为主。 二、谋篇布局 本写作可分为三部分。 第一部分：引出正文； 第二部分：详细介绍春节的地位及春节前、春节期间人们的活动； 第三部分：表达愿望（希望John来中国感受春节文化）。 三、组织语言 第一部分：引出正文。 第二部分：介绍春节的地位，春节前、春节期间人们的活动。
普通范文 Dear John, I'm very glad to tell you something about Chinese Spring Festival. The Spring Festival is the first day in Chinese lunar year and it's the most important festival in China. Before the festival comes, all the families clean their houses, put red couplets on their doors to pray for blessings and prepare various delicious foods. On New Year's Eve, family members get together to have a big meal and set off firecrackers. During the New Year, people say “Happy New Year” to each other. And children are very happy to get some gift money from their parents, grandparents and so on. I hope you can come to celebrate this special festival next year if possible. Best wishes. Yours, Li Hua 高级范文 Dear John, It's my pleasure to introduce you to Chinese Spring Festival. As the most significant Chinese traditional festival, the Spring Festival is the first day in Chinese lunar year and it marks the beginning of the New Year. With the festival approaching, all the families clean their houses, put red couplets on their doors to express sincere blessings and good wishes and prepare various delicacies. On New Year's Eve, people get together with their families to have a family reunion dinner and set off firecrackers. During the New Year, people say “Happy New Year” to each other. And what makes children very happy is getting some gift money from their parents and grandparents. I am expecting your coming to enjoy such a joyful festival next year if possible. Best wishes. Yours, Li Hua 【话题拓展】 Nowadays, many Chinese young people celebrate ... ... Festival, or ..., on the ... day of the ... lunar month, is a traditional festival full of love in China. The date of the festival is decided by the Chinese lunar calendar. ... was first celebrated in ... ... falls on ... The tradition dates / tracks back to ... The traditions originated in / from ... It is a custom which they thought would bring good luck. Chinese people have been celebrating this festival since ... It's the signal for the celebrations to begin. Everybody is part of the celebrations. Everybody has a good time. People forget their everyday problems and enjoy themselves eating and drinking.
竭诚为您提供优质文档/双击可除 英语介绍西方节日 篇一：主要的西方节日(英文介绍) 篇二：英语介绍外国节日 英国的节日: 元旦新年newYearsday--1月1日 情人节Valentine’sDay--2月14日 圣戴维日stDavid’sDay--3月1日 圣帕特里克日stpatrick’sDay--3月17日 圣星期六holysaturday--是easter的前一天 复活节easterday--(:英语介绍西方节日)在3月21日到4月25日之间。 复活节次日eastermonday--是easter的第二天。 耶稣受难日goodFriday--复活节前的星期五,教堂举行仪式纪念耶稣受难。在英国这一天是公假,人们吃传统的热十字糕(hotcrossbuns)。 耶稣升天节AscensionDay--是easter第40天之后的星期四,也称为holyThursday。
圣灵降临日pentecost--是easter后的第7个星期天,也称为whitesunday。 圣母玛丽亚日LadysDay--每年3月25日，又称AnnunciationDay（天时报细节）。 愚人节AprilFool’sDay，AllFools’Day--4月1日 女王诞辰日Queensbirthday--每年4月21日，该节是庆祝女王诞辰。 莎士比亚纪念日shakespearesDay--每年4月23日，该节是庆祝莎士比亚的生日。也称圣乔治日stgeorge’sDay。 五月节mayDay--每年5月1日，该节是迎接春天的祭奠。 五朔节beltane--5月1日 英联邦纪念日commonwealthDay--每年5月1日，该节日出自于庆祝维多利亚女王的生日。 女王法定诞辰日Queensofficialbirthday--英国在6月10日或前一个星期六放假，以取代4月21日女王的生日。 薄煎饼日pancakeDay--基督教会在基督受难日前40天的“封斋期”开始前的最后一天。 “母亲节”mothersday--5月第二个星期日 银行节--Thebankissaved--5月的第一个星期一及最后一个星期一，8月的最后一个星期 阅兵日--Reviewtroopseveryday--6月份的第二个星期六
竭诚为您提供优质文档/双击可除 中美节日差异英文 篇一：中美节日对比与研究 龙源期刊网.cn 中美节日对比与研究 作者：王岩嵘 来源：《中国校外教育·综合(上旬)》20XX年第03期 中国和美国的节日有着比较明显的差异。中国的节日主要源于农耕文明，美国的节日主要源于宗教及相关事件。通过对中国的清明节和美国的万圣节在起源、习俗和内涵方面的对比研究，旨在帮助我们更加深刻地认识中国文化，同时更加客观地了解美国文化，从而提高我们跨文化交际的效率。 中美节日习俗内涵 一、节日的概念和作用 节日是人们日常生活中值得纪念的重要日子，除了传统的庆祝活动外，节日也被赋予了更多的文化内涵。世界各地区各民族都有自己的节日。一些节日源于传统习俗，如中国的春节、中秋节、清明节等。有的节日源于宗教，如基督教
国家的圣诞节、感恩节、万圣节等。作为文化的载体，节日的庆祝方式和内涵都在随着时间的推移悄悄变化，而世界各国、各民族间的文化融合和交流，也因为节日而变得更加频繁和便捷。 二、清明节和万圣节的起源、习俗及意义 1.清明节 清明节是中国民间重要的传统节日之一，一般是在公历的四月五日。清明节源于春秋战国时代，是我国汉族的传统节日之一。这时冬天已去，春意盎然，大自然处处显示出勃勃生机。无论是自然界还是人类，都在此时远离冬日的寒浊，迎来温暖的春日。清明节据传始于古代帝王将相“墓祭”之礼，后来民间亦相仿效，于此日祭祖扫墓，历代沿袭而成为中华民族一种固定的风俗。 清明节的习俗非常的丰富有趣。在这一天，人们最重要的活动就是扫墓，表达对祖先和已故亲人的缅怀之情。同时，因为清明节也被称为“寒食节”，所以这一天要禁火，为了减少寒食冷餐对身体健康带来的不利影响，所以大家还要一起参加一些体育活动。傍晚以前，要在大门前洒一条灰线，据说可以阻止鬼魂进宅。 因此，清明节通过对祖先和亡人的追思和缅怀，教育人们要珍视和尊重生命，引发人们对人生价值和意义的思考，同时又充满了踏青游玩的欢笑之声，强健体魄，增进家人之
西方的主要节日Festivals in the West 大学英语作文 Christmas comes on December 25th. It’s the most important festival of the year in the western world. At Christmas time, schools, shops and offices close for holiday period, so people can spend time at home with their families. Nowadays, Christmas is celebrated by westerners and Americans by sending gifts and Christmas cards, preparing delicious food, and decorating homes with colorful lights and Christmas trees. 圣诞节在十二月二十五日。这是西方国家一年中最重要的节日。在圣诞节的时候，学校，商店和办公室都不开门因为是节日期间，人们可以在家里陪伴家人。如今是西方人和美国人通过送礼物和圣诞卡，准备美味的食物，用彩灯和圣诞树装饰家居来庆祝圣诞节。 Saint Valentine’s Day falls on February 14th. It’s the best time for the lovers. Now it’s the most romantic holiday both in the United States and the European countries. On that day, lovers always exchange their gifts with each other, such as chocolates, roses or rings. 情人节是在二月十四日。是情侣们的最好时光。现在，在美国和欧洲国家都是最浪漫的节日。在这一天，情侣们总是彼此互相交换礼物，如巧克力，玫瑰花或戒指。 Easter always comes on the first or second weekend in April. This is a religious holiday, and it also celebrates the coming spring. On Easter Sunday, many people go to church, and they wear their best clothes. Children are happy on this day as well, because they can play with Easter eggs. 复活节是在四月的第一或第二个周末。这是一个宗教节日，也是庆祝春天的到来。在复活节的星期日，许多人穿上最好的衣服去教堂。孩子们在这一天也是快乐的，因为他们可以玩复活节彩蛋。 Halloween is on October 31st, and it’s the holiday for the children. On that day, they always make pumpkin lanterns and wear masks. They go from house to house and ask" Trick or Treat", so as to receive something to eat. If they don’t get a treat, they will do some naughty things. 十月三十一日是万圣节，这是孩子们的节日。在那一天，他们总是做南瓜灯笼、戴面具。
中美节日文化比较 张本亮Ξ 摘 要 中国节日文化源远流长,强调人本精神、天人合一、以和为贵、爱国主义,并有现代化日渐之势;美国节日文化以神为本,礼节与移植性色彩较浓,且有东学西渐之势。 中美节日文化交流,各有裨益。 关键词 文化 移植性 传统 分类号 G03 一 以人为本与以神为本的节日文化比较 中国的传统文化以儒学为主导,主张重视现实社会,实施道德教育,“敬鬼神而远之”,不以信仰上帝、神、佛为道德的根本。中国的道教主张“清静无为”,外来的佛教主张“出世”。道、佛二教虽然在民间有一定影响,却不可能占据主导地位。因而中国的节日如春节、元霄节、清明节 、端午节、仲秋节、重阳节等,都是中国的传统节日,属于中国的传统文化,是人本思想的表现。而美国是一个移民国家,它的节日如圣诞节(Christ2 mas)、复活节(Easter)等等,其源于宗教信仰,宗教成为维系人心的力量。事实上,在英语中“节日(holiday)”一词本身的含义就是“神的日子”或“献身宗教的日子(即holy day)”。可见,对于上帝、神的信仰是他们的精神寄托,具有以神为本的实质。二者的区别是显而易见的。 二 农业经济特色与移民特点的节日文化比较 中国是一个农业大国,其节日相应较多地反映出农业的生活模式,中国节日中的这种农业色彩是美国节日所缺少的,而美国节日中所反映出的移民特点也是中国节日所不具备的。 在农业生产中,勤劳智慧的中国先民逐渐研究、总结出了季节更替和天气变化的规律。因此,许多中国节日本身就是对这些规律作出的记录,“春节”、“清明节”和“仲秋节”就是一些典型的例子。而这些节日同时还表现了人们对于丰收的渴望,这些渴望所形成的风俗逐渐也就演变成了节日的风俗。例如清明节与踏青,仲秋节与赏月等等。这些节日风俗都尤其体现了农业生活的特色。 然而,美国的节日中与农业生活有所联系的内容较少,在美国的节日中,恐怕唯一第12卷第3期 1997年9月 洛阳大学学报 J OU RNAL O F L UO YAN G UN IV ERSI T Y Vol.12No.3 Sep. 1997 Ξ作者单位:洛阳大学外语系,河南省洛阳市,471000 收稿日期:1996-11-10
中国传统节日及西方节日英文版 国家或国际节日 元旦New Year' s Day (January 1) 国际劳动妇女节International Working women' s Day / Women's Day (Mar 8) 国际劳动节International Labor Day / May. Day (May 1) 中国青年节Chinese Youth Day (May 4) 国际儿童节International Children's Day / Children's Day (June 1) 中国共产党诞生纪念日( 党的生日）Anniversary of the Founding of the Chinese Communist Party / the Party' s Birthday (July 1) 建军节Army Day (August 1) 教师节Teachers’ Day (September 1) 国庆节National Dey (October 1) 中国传统节日 春节the Spring Festival （New Year’s Day of the Chinese lunar calendar）农历正月初一 元宵节（灯节) the Lantern Festival 农历正月十五 清明节the Qing Ming Festival 四月五日前后 端午节the Dragon-Boat Festival 农历五月初五 中秋节the Mid-Autumn Festival / （the Moon Festival）农历八月十五 重阳节the Double Ninth Festival 农历九月初九 植树节(3月12日) Tree Planting Day 除夕New Year's Eve 农历十二月三十日
The comparison between Chinese and Western festivals 中西方节日文化的差异比较 Abstract: the process of comparing the Chinese and Western festivals and studying Western histories and cultures can help people promote the communication and understanding of different cultures. With the further development of society and inter-cultures, globalization will affect many aspects of life in all countries. And western festivals are becoming more and more popular in China. We should respect them and select the essence. China boasts a brilliant history and splendid traditions. In modern times, Chinese tradition should be preserved and promoted. But it seems that young people no longer treasure the tradition. On the contrary, they turn to pursue enthusiastically a seemingly more modern culture. If this trend is allowed to continue, the priceless heritage of our ancestors will be replaced by western traditions. Nobody expects such a consequence. So let’s join hand in hand to protect and carry forward Chinese tradition. Key words: Traditional festivals; Chinese and Western cultures; difference; globalization Introduction: “A holiday of a nation represents a glorious culture and concentrated customs of a nation.” To understand a nation's cultural implication s and its cultural characteristics, we must start with its traditional festivals. There exists great difference between Chinese and Western festivals due to their different languages, education, life styles and customs. Recently, western festivals are becoming more and more popular among Chinese. On one hand, it can indeed bring some benefits to our country to some extent. On the other hand, we should pay attention to this phenomenon. The differences in their origin and shaping, celebration, food, banquet manners, color of festive dressing and the attitudes of accepting presents contribute to the great differences of Chinese and Western festive cultures. On the background of globalization, we should pay respect to western festivals, and carry forward our excellent traditional festivals at the same time. “A holiday of a nation represents a glorious culture and concentrated customs of a nation.” To understand a nation's cultural implications and its cultural characteristics, we must start with its traditional festivals. There exists great difference between the Chinese and Western festivals due to their different languages, education, life styles and customs.Recently, western festivals are becoming more and more popular among Chinese people, especially among the young. According to an internet survey, more than half of the thirties prefer foreign festivals.With the further development of society and