Our free Chinese learning series introduces idioms and proverbs. These timeless phrases hold valuable meanings and are worth studying. Today’s idiom is 「以蚓投魚」, detailed below.
The idiom 「以蚓投魚」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.
Use earthworms as bait for fishing. A metaphor for gaining a greater benefit at a smaller cost.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
yǐ yǐn tóu yú
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
yi5 yan5 tau4 yu2
Chinese idioms come in large numbers, with diverse meanings and usages, offering endless learning opportunities. We hope these resources make it easier for you to study Chinese.
