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We strive to offer you free Chinese learning resources. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, which are rich in meaning and can be used in various situations. Today’s idiom is 「遂迷不寤」, and its meaning and usage are explained below.

The idiom 「遂迷不寤」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.

To be stubborn and refuse to change one’s ways; to persist in one’s mistakes without realizing it.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

suí mí bù wù

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

seui6 mai4 bat1 ng6

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.