The study or written record of the development of literature across different eras; includes the lives, thoughts, and styles of writers.

man of letters; a person who has achieved success in literary creation or research

literature written specifically for children, characterized by simple language and engaging content intended to educate and entertain

The scientific study of stars, planets, and other objects in space.

A literary style that blends news reporting with narrative techniques, focusing on real people and events in a creative or artistic way; often called [[报导文学|報導文學|bao4 dao3 wen2 xue2]] in Taiwan.

a college or faculty of liberal arts or literature

Modern Chinese literature written in the vernacular language that emerged after the [[五四运动|五四運動|wu3 si4 yun4 dong4]], in contrast to the classical [[旧文学|旧文学|jiu4 wen2 xue2]].

the literary world or circles; the group of people involved in literature

Literature created and spread orally among common people, including myths, legends, folk tales, operas, and ballads

literature that focuses on artistic form and expression rather than social or political utility; belles-lettres; often contrasted with [[杂文学|雜文學|za2 wen2 xue2]]

The movement around the time of the 1919 [[五四运动|五四運動|wu3 si4 yun4 dong4]] to promote vernacular Chinese and oppose traditional formal literature.

The study of language as used in literary and historical documents; traditional Chinese linguistic scholarship encompassing the study of characters, phonology, and meaning.

The study of literature from different cultures and languages to explore their mutual influences and relationships with society and culture.

Literature from ancient times; writing that is considered exemplary and has lasting value across eras.

Traditional or historical popular literature, such as ballads, folk tales, and dramas, produced for and by the common people.

the scientific study of the properties, distribution, and effects of water on the earth's surface

to make something literary in style; to turn into literature

bachelor of arts degree; B.A.

the study of physical geography or physiography

A form of popular storytelling literature that combines prose narration and verse singing, such as ancient bianwen or modern Suzhou pingtan and dagu.

literature written by or for the working class with the goal of advancing its interests and ideals

Literature expressing the consciousness and struggles of the working class, particularly promoted in China during the 1930s.

Literature that focuses on exposing and criticizing the dark side of society.

literature that serves a social, political, or practical function rather than being purely aesthetic; literature of utility

expert in the study of the movement, distribution, and quality of water on earth and other planets

Literary works that use the sea as their primary setting, background, or theme

modern or contemporary literature

Literature that depicts rural life, countryside scenery, and the stories of country people.

General term for literary works written in the spoken language rather than classical Chinese; specifically refers to the movement popularized during the May Fourth Movement.

Serious, academic, or heavy-themed literary works; focuses on scholarly research, theory, or intellectual discussion and is often considered dry or difficult to read.

Literary works published and read on the internet, typically characterized by rapid dissemination and real-time feedback

pornographic or erotic literature

A prestigious Chinese literary award for novels, established in 1982 and named after the writer [[茅盾|茅盾|mao2 dun4]]

non-fictional literature; reportage; includes writings such as travelogues, exploration journals, and field reports

A form of popular folk literature that combines prose and verse, using both storytelling and singing to narrate tales such as historical events, fiction, or Buddhist stories.

The Nobel Prize in Literature

Literary works created for or appreciated by the upper class and nobility; typically characterized by refined language and elaborate style.

Literary works that are light and easy to read, such as novels and essays; emphasizes reader enjoyment over academic or theoretical discussion

Darwinism; the theory of evolution by natural selection as proposed by Charles Darwin.

Literature that is easy to understand and suitable for the general public; it often circulates among common people and can include songs, fiction, drama, and performance lyrics.

China Federation of Literary and Art Circles; the umbrella organization for Chinese writers and artists, abbreviated as [[文联|文聯|wen2 lian2]]

Literary works from the Jian'an era (196-220) of the Eastern Han dynasty through the early Wei, centered around the patronage of Cao Cao at the city of Ye. It is characterized by realism, emotional intensity, and poetic vigor. Also known as [[建安文学|建安文學|jian4 an1 wen2 xue2]].

humanities; humanistic studies

a school of Confucianism based on classics written in the contemporary script of the Han dynasty

literature consisting of or focusing on the lives of individuals

Literature that emerged in mainland China after the Cultural Revolution, focusing on the emotional and physical trauma caused by that period and the persecution by the [[四人帮|四人幫|si4 ren2 bang1]]

(slang) a social media post or style of writing whose purpose is to humblebrag

Literature that is passed down through word of mouth rather than written records; folk tales