We’re offering free resources to help you learn Chinese. In this series, idioms and proverbs take center stage, known for their deep meanings and versatile usage. Today’s idiom is 「參橫鬥轉」, explained below.
Today’s featured Chinese idiom is 「參橫鬥轉」, and its meaning and usage are explained below.
The Big Dipper turns, and the Canopus moves horizontally. Refers to the time when the sky is about to rise.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
cān héng dòu zhuǎn
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
chaam1/sam1 waang4 dau3 jyun3
Chinese idioms are vast in number, each carrying unique meanings and usages. With such variety, there’s a lot to learn and appreciate. Hopefully, these resources will aid you on your journey to mastering Chinese.
