Your free Chinese learning resource is here! This idiom and proverb series introduces phrases rich in meaning. Today, we explain 「直木必伐」 and its usage.
The Chinese idiom we are introducing this time is 「直木必伐」. You can find its meaning and application outlined below.
Straight wood: straight trees; cut: cut down. The trees that are ready for use will be cut down. It is a metaphor that honest people are easily resented.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
zhí mù bì fá
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
jik6 muk6 bit1 fat6
There are countless Chinese idioms, all rich in meaning and application. Each one is unique, and we hope this information helps you explore and enhance your Chinese language knowledge.
