We strive to offer you free Chinese learning resources. This series focuses on idioms and proverbs, which are rich in meaning and can be used in various situations. Today’s idiom is 「化梟為鳩」, and its meaning and usage are explained below.
The idiom being introduced now is 「化梟為鳩」. Below, you’ll find its meaning and usage examples.
A metaphor for turning danger into peace. An owl is considered an ominous bird in the old days, while a dove is considered a lucky bird.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
huà xiāo wéi jiū
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
fa3 hiu1 wai6/wai4 gau1
The sheer number of Chinese idioms and their varied meanings make them fascinating to study. Let these materials assist you as you advance your Chinese skills and understanding.
