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 「含哺鼓腹」, with its explanation below.
Today’s idiom is 「含哺鼓腹」. We’ve outlined its meaning and practical application below.
哺: the food in the mouth; 鼓腹: the belly bulges, that is, being full. Put food in your mouth and pat your stomach with your hands. Describes the carefree life in peaceful times.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
hán bǔ gǔ fù
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
ham4 bou6 gu2 fuk1
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