Free Chinese learning materials for you! This series uncovers idioms and proverbs, rich in meaning. Let’s break down 「金蘭之契」 and its usage.
The idiom 「金蘭之契」 is the focus of our introduction today, and its explanation and application are listed below.
Jin: a metaphor for firmness; Orchid: a metaphor for fragrance; Qi: to agree. Refers to friends who share the same ideal.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
jīn lán zhī qì
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
gam1 laan4/laan1 ji1 kai3
The collection of Chinese idioms is enormous, with each one holding its own meaning and purpose. We hope these resources can assist you in better understanding and learning Chinese.
