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The idiom 「鏤脂翦楮」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.
Carving oil and cutting paper mulberry leaves. A metaphor for futile effort.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
lòu zhī jiǎn chǔ
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
lau6 ji1 jin2 chyu5
Chinese idioms come in large numbers, with diverse meanings and usages, offering endless learning opportunities. We hope these resources make it easier for you to study Chinese.
