We are committed to providing free Chinese study materials. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, rich in meaning and widely applicable. Today’s idiom is 「犁牛之子」, with its explanation below.
The idiom 「犁牛之子」 and its usage are explored below. Learn its meaning and applications here.
It is a metaphor that although the father is not good, it does not harm his son’s wisdom.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
lí niú zhī zǐ
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
lai4 ngau4 ji1 ji2
Chinese idioms, with their vast variety, hold different meanings and uses. Their abundance makes studying them rewarding, and these materials are here to help you along the way.
