Chinese language progresses from characters to idioms. This free guide explains the advanced idiom 「剩水殘山」 for better learning.
The idiom 「剩水殘山」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.
Broken mountains and rivers. It is often used to describe the scenery of a country after it has been destroyed or after a disaster. It also refers to things that remain without being eliminated.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
shèng shuǐ cán shān
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
jing6 seui2 chaan4 saan1
Chinese idioms come in large numbers, with diverse meanings and usages, offering endless learning opportunities. We hope these resources make it easier for you to study Chinese.
