Free Chinese learning materials for you! This series uncovers idioms and proverbs, rich in meaning. Let’s break down 「枉突徙薪」 and its usage.
In this introduction, we explore the idiom 「枉突徙薪」. Its definition and ways to use it are shown below.
A metaphor for taking precautions before trouble occurs.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
wǎng tū xǐ xīn
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
wong2 dat6 saai2 san1
Chinese idioms are vast in number, each carrying unique meanings and usages. With such variety, there’s a lot to learn and appreciate. Hopefully, these resources will aid you on your journey to mastering Chinese.
