4 characters Idiom and proverb 29 374

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 「靡靡之樂」, with its explanation below.

Today’s idiom is 「靡靡之樂」. We’ve outlined its meaning and practical application below.

Refers to soft and decadent music.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

mí mí zhī lè

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

mei5 mei5 ji1 lok6/ngok6

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.