Chinese language progresses from characters to idioms. This free guide explains the advanced idiom 「三災八難」 for better learning.
The Chinese idiom 「三災八難」 we’re introducing today is explained in detail below, along with its meaning and usage.
metaphor for a child who is born with many illnesses. It also describes frequently encountering misfortunes.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
sān zāi bā nán
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
saam1 joi1 baat3 naan4
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.

