Chinese language progresses from characters to idioms. This free guide explains the advanced idiom 「咫尺天顏」 for better learning.
The idiom 「咫尺天顏」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.
A metaphor for being very close to the emperor’s face. It also refers to the face of the emperor.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
zhǐ chǐ tiān yán
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
ji2 chek3 tin1 ngaan4
With so many Chinese idioms, each holding diverse meanings and uses, there is much to explore. These materials are designed to support your Chinese language studies.
