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 「若不勝衣」, explained below.
The Chinese idiom 「若不勝衣」 we’re introducing today is explained in detail below, along with its meaning and usage.
Describes a body that is so weak that it seems unable to bear even the weight of clothes.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
ruò bù shèng yī
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
yeuk6 bat1 sing3 yi1
There’s no shortage of Chinese idioms, each offering unique meanings and ways to use them. This guide is here to assist you as you improve your understanding of the language.

