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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 「燈火萬家」, explained below.

The Chinese idiom 「燈火萬家」 we’re introducing today is explained in detail below, along with its meaning and usage.

Every house lights up. Refers to when the lights are turned on after dark. It also describes the scene of a town at night.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

dēng huǒ wàn jiā

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

dang1 fo2 maan6 ga1

The treasure trove of Chinese idioms is extensive, with different expressions suited for various situations. We hope these free resources will aid you in your journey to mastering Chinese.