We are committed to providing free Chinese study materials. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, rich in meaning and widely applicable. Today’s idiom is 「厲兵秣馬」, with its explanation below.
Today’s spotlight is on the Chinese idiom 「厲兵秣馬」. You’ll find its explanation and usage below.
Sharpen your weapons and feed your horses. Describes being ready to fight.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
lì bīng mò mǎ
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
lai6 bing1 mut6 ma5
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