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We are committed to providing free Chinese study materials. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, rich in meaning and widely applicable. Today’s idiom is 「鵠面鳩形」, with its explanation below.

The Chinese idiom we are introducing this time is 「鵠面鳩形」. You can find its meaning and application outlined below.

①Haggard face and thin body. Describes the look of hunger and tiredness. ② Refers to a skinny person.

The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :

hú miàn jiū xíng

while its Cantonese pinyin is :

huk6 min6/min2 gau1 ying4

Chinese idioms, with their vast variety, hold different meanings and uses. Their abundance makes studying them rewarding, and these materials are here to help you along the way.