Chinese learning begins with simple characters, progresses to phrases, and culminates in idioms. This free resource introduces advanced idioms. Today’s focus is 「螳螂奮臂」. Check below for details.
Our focus this time is on the idiom 「螳螂奮臂」. You’ll find its definition and examples below.
Like a mantis trying to stop a chariot. It is a metaphor that if you try to do something beyond your power, you will inevitably fail.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
táng láng fèn bì
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
tong4 long4 fan5 bei3
Chinese idioms are vast in number, each carrying unique meanings and usages. With such variety, there’s a lot to learn and appreciate. Hopefully, these resources will aid you on your journey to mastering Chinese.
