From basics to advanced idioms, Chinese study culminates with phrases like 「外圓內方」. Explore their meaning and use in this free guide.
The Chinese idiom 「外圓內方」 we’re introducing today is explained in detail below, along with its meaning and usage.
It is a metaphor for a person who appears easy-going on the surface but is serious on the inside. Also refers to coins.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
wài yuán nèi fāng
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
ngoi6 yun4 noi6 fong1
With so many Chinese idioms, each holding diverse meanings and uses, there is much to explore. These materials are designed to support your Chinese language studies.
