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 「朝令夕改」, explained below.
The Chinese idiom 「朝令夕改」 we’re introducing today is explained in detail below, along with its meaning and usage.
The order issued in the morning was changed in the evening. A metaphor for frequently changing one’s ideas and methods.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
cháo lìng xī gǎi
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
jiu1 ling6 jik6 goi2
Chinese idioms encompass an enormous variety, each rich in its meanings and uses. We’ve compiled these resources to support your efforts in learning the language.
