We’re offering free resources to help you learn Chinese. In this series, idioms and proverbs take center stage, known for their deep meanings and versatile usage. Today’s idiom is 「昧地瞞天」, explained below.
The Chinese idiom 「昧地瞞天」 we’re introducing today is explained in detail below, along with its meaning and usage.
Deceiving heaven and earth. A metaphor for going against one’s conscience, concealing the truth, or deceiving others with lies.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
mèi dì mán tiān
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
mui6 dei6/dei2 mun4 tin1
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.
