4 characters Idiom and proverb 18 157

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 「望風而遁」, explained below.

This time, we’re looking at the idiom 「望風而遁」. Its meaning and application are provided below.

If you see the enemy’s shadow or strong momentum from a distance, flee immediately.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

wàng fēng ér dùn

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

mong6 fung1 yi4 deun6

Chinese idioms come in large numbers, with diverse meanings and usages, offering endless learning opportunities. We hope these resources make it easier for you to study Chinese.