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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 「雞犬不寧」, explained below.

The idiom 「雞犬不寧」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.

It describes a harassment so severe that even chickens and dogs cannot rest in peace.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

jī quǎn bù níng

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

gai1 hyun2 bat1 ning4

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.