We’ve created free resources to teach you Chinese. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, known for their richness and versatility. Check out 「侈衣美食」 and its meaning below.
The Chinese idiom 「侈衣美食」 we’re introducing today is explained in detail below, along with its meaning and usage.
Luxurious clothes, gorgeous clothes; delicious food, delicious food. It means that both food and clothing are fine.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
chǐ yī měi shí
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
chi2 yi1 mei5 sik6
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.

