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Today, we explore the idiom 「以筌為魚」. Below, we’ll cover its meaning and practical uses.
Fishing net: a bamboo device for catching fish. Think of fishing tackle as the fish. A metaphor for being satisfied with a superficial understanding of things and not seeking a deeper understanding of the essence of things.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
yǐ quán wéi yú
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
yi5 chyun4 wai4 yu2
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.
