4 characters Idiom and proverb 27 232

Chinese learners move from characters to idioms as the highest level. This free resource explains 「遲遲吾行」 below.

Here’s the idiom 「遲遲吾行」, with its definition and practical application described below.

Chichi: slowly. Originally meant to think things over slowly before taking any action. Describes leaving with reluctance.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

chí chí wú háng

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

chi4 chi4 ng4 haang4/hong4/hang4

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.