We’ve created free resources to teach you Chinese. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, known for their richness and versatility. Check out 「點金無術」 and its meaning below.
The idiom 「點金無術」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.
There is no magic that can turn iron into gold. It is a metaphor that there is no best way to raise money to solve poverty. Same as “lack of the skill to turn something into something good”.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
diǎn jīn wú shù
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
dim2 gam1 mou4 seut6
The vastness of Chinese idioms, with their many meanings and applications, is inspiring. We hope these resources will guide you in your language-learning adventure.
