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 「閑鷗野鷺」, explained below.
The featured idiom 「閑鷗野鷺」 is explained here, including its meaning and how to use it.
①A metaphor for a person who has retired and is idle. ② A metaphor for the female party in an improper relationship between a man and a woman.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
xián ōu yě lù
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
haan4 au1 ye5 lou6
The treasure trove of Chinese idioms is extensive, with different expressions suited for various situations. We hope these free resources will aid you in your journey to mastering Chinese.
