Chinese learning begins with simple characters, progresses to phrases, and culminates in idioms. This free resource introduces advanced idioms. Today’s focus is 「以戈舂黍」. Check below for details.
This time, we present the Chinese idiom 「以戈舂黍」, with its definition and usage detailed below.
Use a spear to pound millet. A metaphor for failing to achieve one’s purpose.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
yǐ gē chōng shǔ
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
yi5 gwo1 jung1 syu2
With so many Chinese idioms, each holding diverse meanings and uses, there is much to explore. These materials are designed to support your Chinese language studies.
