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Chinese language progresses from characters to idioms. This free guide explains the advanced idiom 「不二法門」 for better learning.

Our focus this time is on the idiom 「不二法門」. You’ll find its definition and examples below.

Non-duality: refers to not two extremes; Dharma door: the way to enter the Tao. It was originally a Buddhist term, meaning a method that leads directly to the truth and cannot be expressed in words. The best or unique way to do it.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

bù èr fǎ mén

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

bat1 yi6 faat3 mun4

The sheer number of Chinese idioms and their varied meanings make them fascinating to study. Let these materials assist you as you advance your Chinese skills and understanding.