4 characters Idiom and proverb 9 797

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 「灸艾分痛」, explained below.

Let us introduce the Chinese idiom 「灸艾分痛」, with its explanation and usage provided below.

A metaphor for brotherly love.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

jiǔ ài fèn tòng

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

gau3 ngaai6 fan1 tung3

The sheer number of Chinese idioms and their varied meanings make them fascinating to study. Let these materials assist you as you advance your Chinese skills and understanding.