After learning basic characters, the next level in Chinese is combining them into words, and then idioms. This free guide helps you understand advanced idioms like 「枉口嚼舌」. Meaning and usage are below.
The idiom 「枉口嚼舌」 and its usage are explored below. Learn its meaning and applications here.
A metaphor for talking nonsense. Mostly refers to spreading rumors and causing trouble. Same as “pulling out the tongue in vain”.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
wǎng kǒu jiáo shé
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
wong2 hau2 jeuk3 sit3
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.
