Your free Chinese learning resource is here! This idiom and proverb series introduces phrases rich in meaning. Today, we explain 「更名改姓」 and its usage.
The Chinese idiom we are introducing this time is 「更名改姓」. You can find its meaning and application outlined below.
Changed the original name. Same as “changing one’s name or surname”.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
gèng míng gǎi xìng
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
gang3/gaang1 ming4/meng2 goi2 sing3
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.
