Our free Chinese learning series introduces idioms and proverbs. These timeless phrases hold valuable meanings and are worth studying. Today’s idiom is 「不貪為寶」, detailed below.
The idiom 「不貪為寶」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.
It means not being greedy is valuable and noble, and also means being honest and dedicated to public service.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
bù tān wéi bǎo
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
bat1 taam1 wai6/wai4 bou2
There are a countless number of Chinese idioms, each with unique meanings and applications. We’ve provided these resources to help guide you as you dive deeper into learning Chinese.
