a secret method, key, or knack for achieving something; know-how

secret of success; key trick or effective method for doing something well; know-how

A pithy formula or rhymed verse designed to be easy to memorize, such as for multiplication tables or character stroke order.

the secret of success; important tricks of a trade or skill

To bid farewell or part ways with little to no hope of meeting again; to part for the last time.

to be parted forever by death; to bid a final farewell with no hope of meeting again in this life

rhyming verses or rhythmic sentences created to help people memorize key information; mnemonics; also called [[口诀|口訣|kou3 jue2]]

clever way of doing something; ingenious method

classic textbook of traditional Chinese medicine prescriptions written in rhyme by Wang Ang of the Qing dynasty to aid memorization

The Nine Methods and Eight Character Formula of calligraphy, a set of classical principles describing brush techniques such as concealing the tip and rapid strokes

a traditional Chinese qigong exercise involving the vocalization of six specific sounds to regulate internal organs and promote health

A sixteen-character mantra, especially the one used by Mao Zedong to describe guerrilla warfare tactics.

to take one's own life; (variant form) to commit suicide

a strategy of stalling or using delays to gain an advantage or avoid dealing with a situation

To count or press on one's fingers with the thumb while chanting incantations, often performed by Taoist priests or monks during rituals.

a funeral ceremony or parting rite; literally "eternal farewell ceremony"

a special technique, knack, or secret trick of the trade that is often simple but highly effective