We’re offering free resources to help you learn Chinese. In this series, idioms and proverbs take center stage, known for their deep meanings and versatile usage. Today’s idiom is 「十羊九牧」, explained below.
This time, we present the Chinese idiom 「十羊九牧」, with its definition and usage detailed below.
It takes nine people to herd ten sheep. It is a metaphor that there are too many officials and too few people, and that taxation and exploitation are very heavy. It also refers to inconsistent orders and confusion.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
shí yáng jiǔ mù
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
sap6 yeung4 gau2 muk6
With an extensive collection of idioms, Chinese offers a wealth of expressions to explore. These learning resources aim to make your journey smoother and more rewarding.
