Chinese language progresses from characters to idioms. This free guide explains the advanced idiom 「掩耳盜鈴」 for better learning.
The Chinese idiom 「掩耳盜鈴」 we’re introducing today is explained in detail below, along with its meaning and usage.
Cover: to shield, to cover; steal: to steal. The man who stole the bell covered his ears for fear that others would hear him. It is a metaphor for deceiving oneself and trying to cover up something that obviously cannot be covered up.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
yǎn ěr dào líng
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
yim2 yi5 dou6 ling1
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.
