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We aim to support your Chinese studies with free resources. In this series, we explore idioms and proverbs, full of meaning. Today’s feature is 「雲合景從」, explained below.

The idiom 「雲合景從」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.

Gathering like clouds, following like shadows. A metaphor for the number of followers.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

yún hé jǐng cóng

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

wan4 hap6 ging2 chung4

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.