We’re happy to bring you free Chinese lessons. This series dives into idioms and proverbs, meaningful and practical. Today’s phrase is 「噤若寒蟬」, with its usage explained below.
The Chinese idiom we are introducing this time is 「噤若寒蟬」. You can find its meaning and application outlined below.
Silence: keep silent. As silent as a cicada in late autumn. A metaphor for not being able to speak for fear of something being recalled.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
jìn ruò hán chán
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
gam3 yeuk6 hon4 sim4
Chinese idioms, with their vast variety, hold different meanings and uses. Their abundance makes studying them rewarding, and these materials are here to help you along the way.
