We are committed to providing free Chinese study materials. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, rich in meaning and widely applicable. Today’s idiom is 「循名覈實」, with its explanation below.
Today’s spotlight is on the Chinese idiom 「循名覈實」. You’ll find its explanation and usage below.
It means to follow the name and hold the person accountable for the actual behavior. Look for the actual content according to the title or name, so that the name matches the reality.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
xún míng hé shí
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
cheun4 ming4/meng2 hat6 sat6
The vastness of Chinese idioms, with their many meanings and applications, is inspiring. We hope these resources will guide you in your language-learning adventure.
