Here’s a free resource for learning Chinese. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, useful for various expressions. Today’s topic is 「行不副言」, as shown below.
Today’s spotlight is on the Chinese idiom 「行不副言」. You’ll find its explanation and usage below.
Refers to inconsistency between words and actions.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
háng bù fù yán
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
haang4/hong4/hang4 bat1 fu3 yin4
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.
