4 characters Idiom and proverb 13 992

Free Chinese learning materials for you! This series uncovers idioms and proverbs, rich in meaning. Let’s break down 「相貌堂堂」 and its usage.

The Chinese idiom we are introducing this time is 「相貌堂堂」. You can find its meaning and application outlined below.

Used to describe a person’s appearance as being upright and strong.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

xiàng mào táng táng

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

seung2 maau6 tong4 tong4

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.