Chinese learning begins with simple characters, progresses to phrases, and culminates in idioms. This free resource introduces advanced idioms. Today’s focus is 「拄笏看山」. Check below for details.
The idiom 「拄笏看山」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.
拄: to support; 笏: a handboard held by ancient ministers when attending court. In the old days, it was used to describe high-ranking officials.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
zhǔ hù kàn shān
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
jyu2 fat1 hon1/hon3 saan1
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.
