Offering free Chinese study resources is our priority. This series showcases idioms and proverbs, widely applicable phrases. Today’s idiom is 「相依為命」, explained here.
The Chinese idiom we are introducing this time is 「相依為命」. You can find its meaning and application outlined below.
They depend on each other to live. Generally refers to relying on each other and no one can live without the other.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
xiàng yī wéi mìng
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
seung1 yi1 wai4 ming6
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.
