We strive to offer you free Chinese learning resources. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, which are rich in meaning and can be used in various situations. Today’s idiom is 「救焚益薪」, and its meaning and usage are explained below.
The idiom 「救焚益薪」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.
Burn: fire; firewood: firewood. Add firewood to put out the fire. Metaphor for taking the wrong approach and making the problem worse.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
jiù fén yì xīn
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
gau3 fan4 yik1 san1
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.
