We strive to offer you free Chinese learning resources. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, which are rich in meaning and can be used in various situations. Today’s idiom is 「躬體力行」, and its meaning and usage are explained below.
The idiom 「躬體力行」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.
To experience personally: to experience personally; to practice: to put into practice with effort. Experience it yourself and try to put it into practice.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
gōng tǐ lì háng
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
gung1 tai2 lik6 haang4/hong4/hang4
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.

