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We aim to support your Chinese studies with free resources. In this series, we explore idioms and proverbs, full of meaning. Today’s feature is 「抱令守律」, explained below.

The idiom 「抱令守律」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.

Stick to the law and refuse to adapt.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

bào lìng shǒu lǜ

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

pou5 ling6 sau2 leut6

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.