We’ve created free resources to teach you Chinese. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, known for their richness and versatility. Check out 「行屍走骨」 and its meaning below.
The idiom being introduced now is 「行屍走骨」. Below, you’ll find its meaning and usage examples.
A metaphor for people who don’t use their brains, don’t take any action, and live their lives in a muddle. Same as “The Walking Dead”.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
háng shī zǒu gǔ
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
haang4/hong4/hang4 si1 jau2 gwat1
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.

