Our free Chinese learning series introduces idioms and proverbs. These timeless phrases hold valuable meanings and are worth studying. Today’s idiom is 「音容笑貌」, detailed below.
The idiom 「音容笑貌」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.
Refers to the voice, appearance and expression of the deceased before his/her death.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
yīn róng xiào mào
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
yam1 yung4 siu3 maau6
There are a countless number of Chinese idioms, each with unique meanings and applications. We’ve provided these resources to help guide you as you dive deeper into learning Chinese.
