We are committed to providing free Chinese study materials. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, rich in meaning and widely applicable. Today’s idiom is 「化外之民」, with its explanation below.
The Chinese idiom we are introducing this time is 「化外之民」. You can find its meaning and application outlined below.
Hua: to enlighten; Min: the people. People outside civilized areas are the uncivilized people. The prejudice of the old ruling class refers to the ethnic minorities that cannot be reached by China’s education and laws.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
huà wài zhī mín
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
fa3 ngoi6 ji1 man4
Chinese idioms are vast in number, each carrying unique meanings and usages. With such variety, there’s a lot to learn and appreciate. Hopefully, these resources will aid you on your journey to mastering Chinese.
