Chinese education begins with characters, continues with phrases, and grows into idioms. This free lesson covers the idiom 「衡陽雁斷」. Learn its usage below.
The Chinese idiom 「衡陽雁斷」 we’re introducing today is explained in detail below, along with its meaning and usage.
There is Huiyan Peak on the southern peak of Hengshan Mountain. According to legend, it is the boundary for the geese coming and going. A metaphor for lack of communication.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
héng yáng yàn duàn
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
hang4 yeung4 ngaan6 tyun5
The world of Chinese idioms is massive, filled with countless expressions, each with distinct meanings and applications. These materials are here to support you as you improve your Chinese skills.
