We’ve created free resources to teach you Chinese. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, known for their richness and versatility. Check out 「剪發被褐」 and its meaning below.
The idiom 「剪發被褐」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.
Refers to becoming a monk or nun. Same as “cut hair and wear a black robe”.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
jiǎn fā bèi hè
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
jin2 faat3 pei5/bei6 hot3
The vastness of Chinese idioms, with their many meanings and applications, is inspiring. We hope these resources will guide you in your language-learning adventure.
