中国结

Chinese knots gradually developed as a decoration during the Tang and Song Dynasties (618 AD-1279 AD), and prevailed from the Ming and Qing Dynasties(1368 AD-1912 AD) up to now.

唐宋时期(公元618年-公元1279年)，中国结逐渐成为一种饰品，并从明清时期(公元1368年-公元1912年)开始盛行至今。

Traditionally, Chinese knots are expected to ward off evil spirits and act as lucky charms.

传统上，中国结被认为能辟邪和用作护身符。

They are widely used today to decorate homes during festivities and celebrations.

如今，它们被广泛用作庆祝活动期间的家居装饰。

And they are also very common in traditional jade jewelry and clothes.

在传统的玉器首饰和衣物上也很常见。

In Chinese language, “ knot” has the meanings of reunion, friendliness, warmth, marriage, love, etc.

在汉语中，“结”有团圆、友好、温暖、婚姻、爱等含义。

Chinese knots are often used to express some good wishes including happiness, prosperity, and love.

中国结常被用来表达一些美好的祝愿，包括幸福、繁荣和爱。