Chinese education begins with characters, continues with phrases, and grows into idioms. This free lesson covers the idiom 「亡猿禍木」. Learn its usage below.
The idiom 「亡猿禍木」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.
A metaphor for behavior that intends to harm others but ends up harming oneself.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
wáng yuán huò mù
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
mong4 yun4 wo6 muk6
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.
