Free Chinese learning materials for you! This series uncovers idioms and proverbs, rich in meaning. Let’s break down 「約法三章」 and its usage.
Today’s spotlight is on the Chinese idiom 「約法三章」. You’ll find its explanation and usage below.
Originally it meant to make laws and agree with people to abide by them. Later it generally refers to the establishment of simple terms.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
yuē fǎ sān zhāng
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
yeuk3 faat3 saam1 jeung1
With so many Chinese idioms, each holding diverse meanings and uses, there is much to explore. These materials are designed to support your Chinese language studies.
