4 characters Idiom and proverb 24 724

Chinese learners move from characters to idioms as the highest level. This free resource explains 「說是談非」 below.

Today’s idiom is 「說是談非」. We’ve outlined its meaning and practical application below.

① Comment on right and wrong. ② Refers to gossiping.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

shuō shì tán fēi

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

syut3 si6 taam4 fei1

The treasure trove of Chinese idioms is extensive, with different expressions suited for various situations. We hope these free resources will aid you in your journey to mastering Chinese.