4 characters Idiom and proverb 9 42

The Chinese journey moves from characters to idioms. This free tool explores 「坐樹不言」, detailing its meaning and use.

The Chinese idiom we are introducing this time is 「坐樹不言」. You can find its meaning and application outlined below.

It means to be humble despite having great achievements.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

zuò shù bù yán

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

cho5 syu6 bat1 yin4

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.