Helping you learn Chinese for free is our aim. This idiom and proverb series offers phrases with great depth and versatility. Let’s look at 「臣門如市」 and how to use it.
We’re presenting the idiom 「臣門如市」 this time—its explanation and use are detailed below.
In the old days, it was used to describe people who held high positions and held great power as having many guests.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
chén mén rú shì
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
san4 mun4 yu4 si5
Chinese idioms are vast in number, each carrying unique meanings and usages. With such variety, there’s a lot to learn and appreciate. Hopefully, these resources will aid you on your journey to mastering Chinese.
