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We strive to offer you free Chinese learning resources. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, which are rich in meaning and can be used in various situations. Today’s idiom is 「濟苦憐貧」, and its meaning and usage are explained below.

The idiom 「濟苦憐貧」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.

Help and cherish the poor.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

jì kǔ lián pín

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

jai3 fu2 lin4 pan4

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.