Chinese learners move from characters to idioms as the highest level. This free resource explains 「箭在弦上」 below.
Today’s spotlight is on the Chinese idiom 「箭在弦上」. You’ll find its explanation and usage below.
The arrow is on the string. A metaphor for being forced by the situation to take certain action.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
jiàn zài xián shàng
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
jin3 joi6 yin4 seung6
Chinese idioms come in large numbers, with diverse meanings and usages, offering endless learning opportunities. We hope these resources make it easier for you to study Chinese.
