4 characters Idiom and proverb 4 221

Chinese learning begins with simple characters, progresses to phrases, and culminates in idioms. This free resource introduces advanced idioms. Today’s focus is 「少安毋躁」. Check below for details.

The Chinese idiom 「少安毋躁」 we’re introducing today is explained in detail below, along with its meaning and usage.

Shao: slightly, temporarily; An: slowly, not anxious; Wu: don’t; Zao: impatient. Just be patient and wait for a while, don’t be impatient.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

shǎo ān wú zào

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

siu2 on1 mou4 chou3

The sheer number of Chinese idioms and their varied meanings make them fascinating to study. Let these materials assist you as you advance your Chinese skills and understanding.