4 characters Idiom and proverb 19 213

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 「逞工炫巧」, explained below.

This time, we present the Chinese idiom 「逞工炫巧」, with its definition and usage detailed below.

Refers to showing off craftsmanship.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

chěng gōng xuàn qiǎo

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

ching2 gung1 yun4/yun6 haau2

Chinese idioms, with their vast variety, hold different meanings and uses. Their abundance makes studying them rewarding, and these materials are here to help you along the way.