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Chinese language progresses from characters to idioms. This free guide explains the advanced idiom 「遷善去惡」 for better learning.

The idiom 「遷善去惡」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.

It means to do good and eliminate evil. Same as “promote the good and eliminate the evil”.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

qiān shàn qù è

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

chin1 sin6 heui3 ok3

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.