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

Today’s idiom is 「闖南走北」. We’ve outlined its meaning and practical application below.

Running around.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

chuǎng nán zǒu běi

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

chong2 naam4 jau2 bak1

Chinese idioms are vast in number, each carrying unique meanings and usages. With such variety, there’s a lot to learn and appreciate. Hopefully, these resources will aid you on your journey to mastering Chinese.