Free Chinese learning materials for you! This series uncovers idioms and proverbs, rich in meaning. Let’s break down 「白璧青蠅」 and its usage.
Today’s idiom is 「白璧青蠅」. We’ve outlined its meaning and practical application below.
Bai Bi: White jade, a metaphor for an innocent person. Bluebottle: a metaphor for flatterers. A metaphor for good and evil, loyalty and flattery.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
bái bì qīng yíng
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
baak6 bik1 ching1/cheng1 ying1/ying4
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.
