Enjoy free Chinese learning resources from us! This series covers idioms and proverbs, which are meaningful and useful in various scenarios. Let’s explore 「駟馬難追」 and its usage below.
The idiom 「駟馬難追」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.
Once a word is spoken, it will be difficult to catch up even with a four-horse carriage. Once you say something, you can’t take it back, and it must count.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
sì mǎ nán zhuī
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
si3 ma5 naan4 jeui1
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.

