Literally meaning "the carp leaps over the Dragon Gate," this idiom describes making a sudden, significant advance in one's career or status, such as passing a high-level exam or getting a big break.

a letter or correspondence, so named because ancient Chinese letters were historically protected between two wooden boards carved in the shape of a fish

To spring from a lying position to a standing position in a single movement, used in martial arts and gymnastics; also used figuratively for jolting upright in bed.

a Japanese carp-shaped windsock flown to celebrate Children's Day