Chinese language progresses from characters to idioms. This free guide explains the advanced idiom 「直言正色」 for better learning.
The idiom being introduced now is 「直言正色」. Below, you’ll find its meaning and usage examples.
It means speaking uprightly and having a serious appearance.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
zhí yán zhèng sè
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
jik6 yin4 jeng3/jing3 sik1
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.
