We want to help you study Chinese for free! This series spotlights idioms and proverbs, known for their meaning and use. Learn about 「橫徵苛役」 below.
The Chinese idiom 「橫徵苛役」 we’re introducing today is explained in detail below, along with its meaning and usage.
It refers to excessive taxation and harsh corvee labor.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
héng zhēng kē yì
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
waang4 jing1 ho1 yik6
Chinese idioms come in large numbers, with diverse meanings and usages, offering endless learning opportunities. We hope these resources make it easier for you to study Chinese.
