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🚨🇺🇸🇨🇳 Trump just gave Xi a little language lesson, courtesy of the U.S. Marines…
He pointed out that the Marines adopted the Chinese phrase “gung-ho,” which Americans use to mean enthusiasm, but originally referred to working together.
“The Marines use it as an expression of…
— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) September 24, 2026
🚨🇺🇸🇨🇳 President Trump gave Chinese President Xi Jinping an unexpected language lesson during his White House remarks, highlighting the U.S. Marines’ use of the phrase “gung-ho.” Trump explained that Marines use the expression to convey enthusiasm, while noting its Chinese roots in the idea of working together—a fitting diplomatic icebreaker as the two leaders emphasized cooperation despite major differences between Washington and Beijing.