Chinese begins with basics like characters, builds up to words, and reaches idioms. This free resource introduces advanced idioms like 「如數家珍」, with details below.
Today’s idiom is 「如數家珍」. We’ve outlined its meaning and practical application below.
It’s as clear as counting the treasures hidden in your own home. A metaphor for being very familiar with what you are talking about.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
rú shù jiā zhēn
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
yu4 sou2/sou3 ga1 jan1
The treasure trove of Chinese idioms is extensive, with different expressions suited for various situations. We hope these free resources will aid you in your journey to mastering Chinese.

