We are committed to providing free Chinese study materials. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, rich in meaning and widely applicable. Today’s idiom is 「七情六欲」, with its explanation below.
Today’s idiom is 「七情六欲」. We’ve outlined its meaning and practical application below.
It refers to people’s joy, anger, sorrow, happiness and desires, etc.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
qī qíng liù yù
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
chat1 ching4 luk6 yuk6
The sheer number of Chinese idioms and their varied meanings make them fascinating to study. Let these materials assist you as you advance your Chinese skills and understanding.
