Free Chinese learning materials for you! This series uncovers idioms and proverbs, rich in meaning. Let’s break down 「天昏地暗」 and its usage.
The Chinese idiom we are introducing this time is 「天昏地暗」. You can find its meaning and application outlined below.
Dusk: dark. The sky and the earth were dark. Describes the scene of sand all over the sky when there is a strong wind. It also refers to political corruption and social darkness.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
tiān hūn dì àn
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
tin1 fan1 dei6/dei2 am3
There’s no shortage of Chinese idioms, each offering unique meanings and ways to use them. This guide is here to assist you as you improve your understanding of the language.
