4 characters Idiom and proverb 4 722

Offering free Chinese study resources is our priority. This series showcases idioms and proverbs, widely applicable phrases. Today’s idiom is 「日月無光」, explained here.

The Chinese idiom we are introducing this time is 「日月無光」. You can find its meaning and application outlined below.

Even the sun and the moon have lost their luster. A metaphor for extreme darkness.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

rì yuè wú guāng

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

yat6 yut6 mou4 gwong1

With an extensive collection of idioms, Chinese offers a wealth of expressions to explore. These learning resources aim to make your journey smoother and more rewarding.