Here’s a free resource for learning Chinese. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, useful for various expressions. Today’s topic is 「附羶逐腥」, as shown below.
Introducing the Chinese idiom 「附羶逐腥」: its meaning and application are provided for your understanding.
Rancid: the smell of mutton. Cling to and chase after things that have a fishy smell. A metaphor for currying favor with the powerful and pursuing personal interests. Also written as “attach to the smell and expel the filth.”
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
fù shān zhú xīng
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
fu6 jin1 juk6 seng1
The treasure trove of Chinese idioms is extensive, with different expressions suited for various situations. We hope these free resources will aid you in your journey to mastering Chinese.
