Your free Chinese learning resource is here! This idiom and proverb series introduces phrases rich in meaning. Today, we explain 「鶴背揚州」 and its usage.
The Chinese idiom we are introducing this time is 「鶴背揚州」. You can find its meaning and application outlined below.
A metaphor for the desire for profit.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
hè bèi yáng zhōu
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
hok2 bui3 yeung2/yeung4 jau1
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.
