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From the basics of characters to complex idioms, Chinese learning can be challenging. This free guide highlights the idiom 「寄人籬下」. Details below.

The Chinese idiom we are introducing this time is 「寄人籬下」. You can find its meaning and application outlined below.

Dependence on someone else’s fence. A metaphor for relying on others to live.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

jì rén lí xià

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

gei3 yan4 lei4 ha6

With an extensive collection of idioms, Chinese offers a wealth of expressions to explore. These learning resources aim to make your journey smoother and more rewarding.