Chinese learners move from characters to idioms as the highest level. This free resource explains 「芒鞋竹笠」 below.
Let’s dive into the idiom 「芒鞋竹笠」. Its definition and application are outlined below.
Straw shoes: straw sandals. Bamboo hat: a hat made of bamboo. Wearing straw sandals and a bamboo hat were the tools used by the ancients when traveling outside. Refers to roaming around.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
máng xié zhú lì
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
mong1 haai4 juk1 lap1
Chinese idioms encompass an enormous variety, each rich in its meanings and uses. We’ve compiled these resources to support your efforts in learning the language.
