Chinese language progresses from characters to idioms. This free guide explains the advanced idiom 「竿頭日進」 for better learning.
The idiom being introduced now is 「竿頭日進」. Below, you’ll find its meaning and usage examples.
A Buddhist term, which means that although one has achieved a high level of spiritual attainment, one still needs to practice and improve. Although the metaphor has reached a very high level, we cannot be satisfied and must make further efforts.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
gān tóu rì jìn
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
gon1 tau4 yat6 jeun3
The world of Chinese idioms is massive, filled with countless expressions, each with distinct meanings and applications. These materials are here to support you as you improve your Chinese skills.
