We’re offering free resources to help you learn Chinese. In this series, idioms and proverbs take center stage, known for their deep meanings and versatile usage. Today’s idiom is 「懷鉛提槧」, explained below.
The idiom 「懷鉛提槧」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.
Huai: to keep in the arms; Qian: lead powder; Ti: to hold in the hand; Bi: a piece of wood used for writing in ancient times. Always carry writing utensils with you in case you need to write. .
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
huái qiān tí qiàn
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
waai4 yun4 tai4 chim3
Chinese idioms are incredibly numerous, each carrying a special meaning and usage. This variety is a great reason to study them, and we hope these tools make that easier for you.
