Free Chinese learning materials for you! This series uncovers idioms and proverbs, rich in meaning. Let’s break down 「言近意遠」 and its usage.
The Chinese idiom we are introducing this time is 「言近意遠」. You can find its meaning and application outlined below.
The words are simple, but the meaning is profound. Same as “the words are simple but the meaning is profound.”
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
yán jìn yì yuǎn
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
yin4 kan5/gan6 yi3 yun5
Chinese idioms encompass an enormous variety, each rich in its meanings and uses. We’ve compiled these resources to support your efforts in learning the language.
