We’ve created free resources to teach you Chinese. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, known for their richness and versatility. Check out 「破罐破摔」 and its meaning below.
This time, we’re looking at the idiom 「破罐破摔」. Its meaning and application are provided below.
It is a metaphor that if one does not correct one’s shortcomings and mistakes, they will tend to develop in a worse direction.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
pò guàn pò shuāi
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
po3 gun3 po3 seut1
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.
