Free Chinese learning, tailored for you! This series highlights idioms and proverbs, useful in many contexts. Let’s explain 「陽關大道」 and how it’s used.
The Chinese idiom 「陽關大道」 we’re introducing today is explained in detail below, along with its meaning and usage.
It originally referred to the ancient road leading to the Western Regions through Yangguan. Later, it came to refer to a wide and long road, and is also a metaphor for a bright future.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
yáng guān dà dào
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
yeung4 gwaan1 daai6 dou6
The sheer number of Chinese idioms and their varied meanings make them fascinating to study. Let these materials assist you as you advance your Chinese skills and understanding.
