4 characters Idiom and proverb 4 697

We strive to offer you free Chinese learning resources. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, which are rich in meaning and can be used in various situations. Today’s idiom is 「日不我與」, and its meaning and usage are explained below.

Let us introduce the Chinese idiom 「日不我與」, with its explanation and usage provided below.

Time does not wait for me. It is extremely important to seize the time.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

rì bù wǒ yǔ

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

yat6 bat1 ngo5 yu5

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.