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 「垂名竹帛」, explained below.
We’re presenting the idiom 「垂名竹帛」 this time—its explanation and use are detailed below.
To pass on one’s name: to pass on one’s name. Bamboo and silk: bamboo slips and white silk used for writing in ancient times, metaphorically referring to classics and historical books. The name was recorded in history and passed down to later generations.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
chuí míng zhú bó
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
seui4 ming4/meng2 juk1 baak6
Chinese idioms come in large numbers, with diverse meanings and usages, offering endless learning opportunities. We hope these resources make it easier for you to study Chinese.
