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Chinese language progresses from characters to idioms. This free guide explains the advanced idiom 「字裏行間」 for better learning.

The Chinese idiom 「字裏行間」 we’re introducing today is explained in detail below, along with its meaning and usage.

It refers to a certain thought or emotion in the article that is not expressed directly but is revealed through the entire article or paragraph.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

zì lǐ háng jiān

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

ji6 leui5 hong4 gaan1

Chinese idioms encompass an enormous variety, each rich in its meanings and uses. We’ve compiled these resources to support your efforts in learning the language.