We’ve created free resources to teach you Chinese. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, known for their richness and versatility. Check out 「事在蕭牆」 and its meaning below.
Introducing the idiom 「事在蕭牆」: its meaning and how to use it are provided below.
It means that the disaster comes from within. Shi means an unexpected event; Xiao Qiang means a small wall inside the palace.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
shì zài xiāo qiáng
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
si6 joi6 siu1 cheung4
Chinese idioms are vast in number, each carrying unique meanings and usages. With such variety, there’s a lot to learn and appreciate. Hopefully, these resources will aid you on your journey to mastering Chinese.
