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Our free Chinese learning series introduces idioms and proverbs. These timeless phrases hold valuable meanings and are worth studying. Today’s idiom is 「未了公案」, detailed below.

The idiom 「未了公案」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.

Koan: case, problem. There are no solved cases or matters.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

wèi le gōng àn

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

mei6 liu5 gung1 on3

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.