Helping you learn Chinese for free is our aim. This idiom and proverb series offers phrases with great depth and versatility. Let’s look at 「以水投水」 and how to use it.
The Chinese idiom 「以水投水」 we’re introducing today is explained in detail below, along with its meaning and usage.
Pour the water from one river into another river. A metaphor for things that are similar and difficult to distinguish.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
yǐ shuǐ tóu shuǐ
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
yi5 seui2 tau4 seui2
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.
