We aim to support your Chinese studies with free resources. In this series, we explore idioms and proverbs, full of meaning. Today’s feature is 「倚馬千言」, explained below.
The idiom 「倚馬千言」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.
Leaning on a war horse. He drafted a document while leaning against a horse about to set off, and finished it in just a few words. Describes quick thinking.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
yǐ mǎ qiān yán
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
yi2 ma5 chin1 yin4
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.
