4 characters Idiom and proverb 20 950

Here’s a free resource for learning Chinese. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, useful for various expressions. Today’s topic is 「程門立雪」, as shown below.

The idiom 「程門立雪」 and its usage are explored below. Learn its meaning and applications here.

In the old days, it referred to students respectfully accepting instruction. A metaphor for respecting teachers.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

chéng mén lì xuě

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

ching4 mun4 lap6 syut3

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.