4 characters Idiom and proverb 24 889

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 「遣言措意」, explained below.

The idiom being introduced now is 「遣言措意」. Below, you’ll find its meaning and usage examples.

Refers to the words and ideas used when writing or speaking. Same as “choice of words and expression of meaning”.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

qiǎn yán cuò yì

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

hin2 yin4 chou3 yi3

Chinese idioms come in large numbers, with diverse meanings and usages, offering endless learning opportunities. We hope these resources make it easier for you to study Chinese.