For seniors: A four-character idiom quiz perfect for brain training. A collection of problems that will refresh both mind and spirit.

Social worker / Care workermoko
My name is Moko, a mother of three who admired my mother and worked in the care industry as a care worker and as a medical social worker (MSW) in a hospital. I will be drawing on my previous experience to write mainly about caregiving. Thank you in advance.

Along with fond memories of familiar words, four-character idiom quizzes—which also serve as brain training—are popular as a fun recreational activity that naturally livens up conversations with older adults.

We’ve gathered a wide range—from commonly used expressions like “喜怒哀楽 (joy, anger, sorrow, and pleasure)” and “一期一会 (a once-in-a-lifetime encounter)” to classical idioms.

Since they’re fill-in-the-blank questions, seniors can join in easily.

The time spent thinking of answers engages the imagination, stimulates the brain, and may help prevent dementia.

Let’s all take on these four-character idiom challenges together—enjoy learning while sharing the joy of solving them!

[For Seniors] Perfect Four-Character Idiom Quiz for Brain Training: A Refreshing Problem Set for Mind and Spirit (11–20)

brilliant mind

pleasant
wisdom
distinct; clear

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distinct; clear

Zunō meiseki (literally “clear and brilliant mind”) means having an exceptional ability to understand and think about things, with clear, well-defined thoughts. The character 璽 in “meiseki” (明晰) conveys the sense of being crisp and evident. It’s a four-character idiom often used as a compliment to describe someone sharp-minded with accurate judgment.

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