Chinese learners move from characters to idioms as the highest level. This free resource explains 「偃旗仆鼓」 below.
The idiom 「偃旗仆鼓」 and its usage are explored below. Learn its meaning and applications here.
Originally it meant to conceal one’s whereabouts while marching so as not to be detected by the enemy. Now it is used to describe the end of something or the weakening of its momentum. Same as “lay down the flags and cease the drums”.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
yǎn qí pú gǔ
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
yin2 kei4 puk1 gu2
With an extensive collection of idioms, Chinese offers a wealth of expressions to explore. These learning resources aim to make your journey smoother and more rewarding.
