Chinese begins with basics like characters, builds up to words, and reaches idioms. This free resource introduces advanced idioms like 「返樸還真」, with details below.
Today’s spotlight is on the Chinese idiom 「返樸還真」. You’ll find its explanation and usage below.
Remove the veneer and reveal the essence. A metaphor for returning to the original natural state. Same as “return to basics”.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
fǎn pǔ hái zhēn
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
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Chinese idioms are limitless in number and diversity, presenting endless learning opportunities. These tools are here to help you embrace the beauty of the language.
