Free Chinese learning materials for you! This series uncovers idioms and proverbs, rich in meaning. Let’s break down 「正冠李下」 and its usage.
The Chinese idiom we are introducing this time is 「正冠李下」. You can find its meaning and application outlined below.
Don’t adjust your hat under a plum tree to avoid suspicion of stealing plums. A metaphor for doing things that are likely to arouse suspicion.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
zhèng guàn lǐ xià
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
jeng3/jing3 gun3 lei5 ha6
Chinese idioms, with their vast variety, hold different meanings and uses. Their abundance makes studying them rewarding, and these materials are here to help you along the way.
