简单的英语成语小故事【经典6篇】

简单的英语成语小故事 篇一

标题：A Friend in Need is a Friend Indeed

Once upon a time, in a small village, there lived two best friends named Jack and Tom. They were inseparable and always stood by each other's side through thick and thin. One day, while Tom was working in his field, he accidentally injured his leg and was unable to walk.

Jack, being a true friend, immediately rushed to Tom's aid upon hearing the news. He carried Tom on his back and took him to the nearest doctor. The doctor examined Tom's leg and advised him to rest for a few weeks in order to recover fully.

During this time, Jack took care of all the tasks that Tom usually handled. He helped Tom with his daily chores, including tending to the fields and feeding the animals. Despite the extra workload, Jack never complained and continued to support his friend wholeheartedly.

As weeks turned into months, Tom's leg slowly healed. He was grateful for Jack's constant support and care. Tom realized that Jack was a true friend who stood by him in times of need. He also understood the meaning of the saying, "A friend in need is a friend indeed."

Tom decided to express his gratitude to Jack by throwing a grand feast in his honor. He invited all the villagers and prepared a lavish meal. During the feast, Tom stood up and gave a heartfelt speech, expressing his gratitude to Jack for his unwavering friendship and support.

The villagers were moved by Tom's words and applauded Jack's loyalty. They all agreed that Jack was a true friend who embodied the meaning of the idiom, "A friend in need is a friend indeed." From that day onwards, the saying became popular in the village, reminding everyone about the importance of true friendship.

Jack and Tom continued to be best friends throughout their lives. They faced many challenges together, but they always stood by each other, just like true friends should. Their story became an inspiration for others, teaching them the value of friendship and the significance of being there for someone in their time of need.

In conclusion, the story of Jack and Tom exemplifies the idiom, "A friend in need is a friend indeed." It teaches us that true friendship is not just about enjoying good times together but also about supporting and helping each other during difficult times.

简单的英语成语小故事 篇三

　　During the Spring and Autumn Period (770-476 BC), prince Zhou Xu of the State of Wei killed his brother and became the new emperor. Zhou Xu was a tyrant. He oppressed his people and indulged in wars of agGREssion. By launching wars, he tried to pert the people's attention and reduce their discontent with him in order to consolidate his dictatorship.

　　The Duke of the State of Lu leant about Zhou Xu's usurpation of state power and his ambitious plan, he asked a senior official, "What do you think about Zhou Xu's move? "The official answered, "He indulges in wars , bringing his people much disaster. He won't get their support. And he's capricious, so few of his close friends follow him. He can never achieve his success. In addition, war is like fire. If one launches wars endlessly without restraint, he'll eventually burn himself. "

　　Sure enough, the people of Wei with the help of the State of Chen overthrew Zhou Xu and killed him in less than a year.

　　Later, people use it to mean that those who do evil will finally ruin themselves.

简单的英语成语小故事 篇四

　　This idiom comes from Records of Three Kingdoms Kingdom of Wei Biography of Lu Yu.

　　When Lu Yu, the minister of the State of Wei was young, his parents and brothers all died one after another, and he became an orphan. In such a difficult situation, he still studied very hard. Finally he became a talented person and served as a high officialof hisstate.Hewassouprightin performing his official duties that he was promoted to the minister of the Board of Civil Office, in charge of the officials' appointments and removals.

　　Owing to the vacancy of Lu Yu's original post, it had to fill up a new official for it. Although there were many officials to recommend some well-known people for the post, all were refused by Emperor Wen.

　　He only let Lu Yu do it and also pointed out:"It depends on you whether we can find the right person for the important post. But we can't choose someone only with fame in stead of his real ability. You see, the fame is just like drawing cakes on the ground to allay hungry."

　　Then Lu expressed his idea:" You are right, YourMajesty, selections should depend on their real learning and abilities. But the real fame is still very important, such as self-possession and high moral character. So we should select people with both of them."

　　Now we use it to describe comforting oneself with unrealistic thoughts, without solving practical problemsand feeding on illusions.

简单的英语成语小故事 篇五

　　At the end of the Qin Dynasty(221-206 B.C.) the State of Chu and the State of Han fought for control for the country. Xiang Yu, the king of Chu, was besieged(包围) at a place called Gaixia by the Han army led by Liu Bang. Xiang Yu was in a desperate situation, with little food and only a few soliders. At night, the surrounding Han troops started to sing Chu folk songs. Xiang Yu was very surprised at this, and said:"Has Liu Bang occupied the whole of Chu? How can he have drafted so many Chu people into his army?" Then he fled together with the remainder of his forces.

　　This idiom is used metaphorically to mean to be in a helpless and critical situation, surrounded by the enemy on all sides.

简单的英语成语小故事 篇六

　　Yang Jian was the regent(摄政王) of the

last king of Northern Zhou(557-581).

　　His wife advised him: "Northern Zhou is dying. Now it is as if you are riding on the back of a tiger. It will be dangerous to dismount(下马，下车) . You can do nothing but continue."

　　Yang Jian thought this quite reasonable. Later, he founded the Sui Dynasty, and united China once more.

　　This idom is used as a metaphor meaning that one is in a difficult situation and cannot help but ontinue to pursue one's sourse.