Tell Chinese Stories in English

朱梓豪

With the gradual popularization and flourish of China globally，the topic of telling Chinese stories in English has aroused public attention recently.There is no doubt that the fundamental issue for contemporary China is to well depict and display our national image on the international stage.It is universally acknowledged that the country's image，in a sense，will determine the future and fate of China's reform and development.Consequently，telling our Chinese stories in English is of great significance for every Chinese citizen.

Firstly，it is generally accepted that nothing can play a more pivotal role than telling a good Chinese story，which is giving response to the international community's query，which distrusts China's friendly role in the changeably contemporary international pattern.In addition to this，it goes without saying that the past few years have witnessed a burgeoning economy in China.Whereas we have faced more difficulties that hinder us from eliminating misunderstandings among other countries，not to mention telling Chinese stories well in the course of multilateral cooperation.

Secondly，it is to tell Chinese stories well that increases the importance of Chinese cultural consciousness.Simultaneously，telling Chinese stories is a process that enables us to be more familiar with both national and world conditions.As we can see，they are provided with more and more opportunities to contact the real world，which helps them to know the world better.

From what have been demonstrated above，it is time to take measures to tell Chinese stories in English.First and foremost，we may as well tell Chinese stories in acceptable ways and in the international language.As an English major college student，what we should do is to give priority to learn English well and tell our stories to global citizens well，which contributes to moving hearts of foreign audiences and make them feel dependable.What's more，we need to make joint efforts to tell stories about China's development，explain China's path，theory and contribution，and have a voice in global affairs and international issues.Or rather，we should strengthen Internet thinking and build a modern communication system in order to enhance the influence of Chinese media in the world.Last but not least，Chinese stories should be localized when told on foreign land.Adapting to local conditions makes Chinese stories readily comprehensible to local people.Language，a carrier of culture，can throw up barriers through improper wording or faulty approach.Effectively disseminating Chinese culture will include wording Chinese stories to be internationally understandable.

To sum up，it pays to tell our Chinese stories in English.Accordingly，to tell Chinese stories well in English，some measures should be taken.For one thing，we should go all out to tell Chinese story in acceptable ways.Not only English but also multilingualism is supposed to be applied，on no account can we ignore the cultural diversity and linguistic differences among nations.For another，we should tell Chinese stories in English through a more influential Chinese medium，and that is the reason why Chinese stories can be positively various，which includes Chinese development stories，Chinese contribution to the world prosperity and Chinese friendly and peace-keeping role in the world stage and so on.Above all，tell Chinese story to every global citizen，together we build a community of prosperity，peace，and a shared future.

用英語讲好中国故事

中国在世界事务中扮演着越来越重要的角色，用英语讲述“中国故事”最近引起了公众的广泛关注。毫无疑问，当代中国的基本问题是在国际舞台上展现我们的国家形象。从某种意义上说，国家形象将决定中国改革发展的未来和命运。因此，用英语讲好中国故事对于每个中国公民来说都意义重大。

在当前形势下，没有什么比讲好中国故事更重要。说好中国故事一方面是对国际社会的质疑作出回应，即外国人不相信中国在多变的当代国际格局中发挥着积极作用。过去几十年中国经济发展迅速，但我们面临的困难却更多，阻碍了我们同世界各国间的合作往来，更不用说在多边合作中讲好中国故事。

其次，讲好中国故事增强了中国文化意识的重要性。与此同时，讲述中国故事是一个让我们更熟悉国家和世界状况的过程。正如我们所看到的，有越来越多接触现实世界的机会，这也有助于我们更好地了解这个世界。

从以上论证来看，是时候采取措施用英语来讲好中国故事了。首先，我们不妨用可接受的方式，用国际化的语言讲述中国故事。作为一名英语专业的大学生，我们应该做的是把学好英语放在第一位，把我们的故事讲给全世界的人听，这样才能打动外国观众的心，让他们觉得我们是值得信赖的。更重要的是，我们需要共同努力，讲述有关中国发展的故事，解释中国的路线、理论和贡献，在全球事务和国际问题中表达我们自己的声音。加强互联网思维，构建现代传播体系，增强中国媒体在世界上的影响力。最后，讲好中国故事应该注意语言表达本土化问题。即适应当地的情况，使当地人很容易理解中国故事。语言是文化的载体，不恰当的措辞或错误的方式将设下文化交流的障碍。有效地传播中国文化其实也就是让外国人可以更好地理解中国故事。

总之，用英语讲好中国故事是一件我们每个中国公民值得去践行的事情。而要用英语讲好中国故事，必须采取一些措施。首先，我们应该全力以赴，用外国人可以接受的方式讲述中国故事。不仅要运用英语，而且要运用多种语，决不能忽视民族之间的文化差异和语言差异。另一方面，用英语讲中国故事应该通过更有影响力的中国媒体的助力。向全球每一个公民讲中国故事，我们将共同建设一个繁荣、和平、共同的未来社区。

（作者单位：重庆师范大学外国语学院）